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tu·ber·culin test

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  1. tuberculin test, tuberculin skin testnoun

    a skin test to determine past or present infection with the tuberculosis bacterium; based on hypersensitivity of the skin to tuberculin

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  1. tuberculin test

    A tuberculin test, also known as a Mantoux test or PPD (purified protein derivative) test, is a method of diagnosing tuberculosis. The test involves injecting a small amount of tuberculin purified protein derivative into the skin and checking for a reaction after 48 to 72 hours. If there's a hard, raised red bump, it usually means the person has been infected with the bacteria that cause tuberculosis. However, a positive reaction does not necessarily mean the person has active tuberculosis, just that they have been exposed to the bacteria.

U.S. National Library of Medicine

  1. Tuberculin Test

    One of several skin tests to determine past or present tuberculosis infection. A purified protein derivative of the tubercle bacilli, called tuberculin, is introduced into the skin by scratch, puncture, or interdermal injection.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of tuberculin test in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of tuberculin test in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

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