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How is the mantoux test for tuberculosis given?
skin test
What is the name of a tuberculosis test?
It is often called a tuberculin skin test, or a Mantoux test.
Who should not have a mantoux skin test?
Type your answer here... a person with skin allergy with anything antigens
What is the medical term meaning Tb skin test?
The medical term meaning Tb skin test is Mantoux. It's a term that refers to a skin test to check for tuburculosis.
What is the meaning of 28mm swelling in the Mantoux test?
what is the meaning of 28mm swelling in the widest in mantoux test
How do you chart a negative ppd mantoux test and what do you chart it on?
The Mantoux test determines rather a person has tuberculosis. A patients forearm skin is injected with 1ml tuberculin protein. It is the reaction to the injection that is read. If the inject swells and spreads to 5 mill or more Iit is positive. A negative reading is less then 5mm. The measurement and response is charted on a Medwatch form.
What is an intradermal test to determine tuberculin sensitivity?
'Intradermal' means inside the skin. 'Intra' ; inside 'dermal' ; skin. So the tester is taking a sample from under the surface of the skin to test for tuberculosis (TB).
Which is an intradermal test to determine tuberculin sensitivity?
Mantoux test
What is mantoux test use to detect?
Tuberculosis
What is present with a positive Mantoux?
If you get a positive Mantoux test it means that you have purified protein derivative. This test is used to test for TB or Tuberculosis. If you get a positive test, further testing is required to see if you actually have Tuberculosis.
Can mantoux test be given in upper arm?
no it cant
Is mantoux test dangerous to pregnant women?
No. This test is safe during pregnancy.
