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How does lab test blood for TB?
Blood is not drawn for a TB test. There are two ways to test for TB. One is a skin test where they insert a bit of the TB under your skin and then in two days they read it. If there is no reaction you are OK. If there is a reaction a X ray of your chest is taken. As a teacher I am required by law to have a TB test every 2 years. Only once have I had a reaction to the skin test, so I guess I was exposed at some point, but the X ray showed that there was nothing.
How many valance electrons does Tb have?
Terbium (Tb) is part of the Lanthanide series of Inner Transition Metals. A good way to determine the number of valence electrons which Terbium holds under standard conditions is to write out the electron configuration.In the Abbreviated form: [Xe] 4f^9 6s^2Therefore, Tb has 11 valence electrons and 54 core electrons
What is the difference between tb and insulin syringe?
TB syringes are typically used for administering TB skin tests, holding 1 ml of fluid and marked in tenths of a milliliter. Insulin syringes are designed for injecting insulin, with capacity varying depending on concentration and marked in units. The main difference lies in their specific uses and the volume they are designed to accurately measure and deliver.
What is the boiling point of an aqueous solution of a non-electrolyte that has an osmotic pressure of 10.50 atom at 25 degrees Celsius Kb 0.52 degrees Celsius per m?
bp= 100.33 degrees Celsius (10.5 ATM= m x .0821 x198.15) (m= .645mol) (Change of Tb= .512 degree Celsius/mol x .645mol) (Change of Tb= .33 degrees Celsius) (.33 + 100= 100.33)
How do you calculate the boiling point elevation of a solution?
To calculate the boiling point elevation of a solution, you can use the formula: Tb i Kf m. Tb is the boiling point elevation, i is the van't Hoff factor, Kf is the cryoscopic constant, and m is the molality of the solution.
Drug resistant TB is transmitted in the same way of regular TB?
Yes.
For most cases of tb the recommended length of drug therapy is?
For most cases of TB, the recommended length of drug therapy is 6 to 9 months.
Do you have to be HIV positive or homeless to get tb?
No. The homeless and HIV+ populations are infected with TB at higher rates because of environmental and physical susceptibility to the disease. However, TB is a contagious infection and individuals with active TB infection who are not in treatment should be avoided.
What type Of tuberculosis in india?
In India, the most common type of tuberculosis (TB) is pulmonary tuberculosis, which primarily affects the lungs. However, drug-resistant TB, particularly multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) and extensively drug-resistant TB (XDR-TB), has become a significant public health challenge. The high burden of TB in India is exacerbated by factors such as poverty, malnutrition, and inadequate healthcare access. Efforts are ongoing to improve diagnosis and treatment strategies, especially for drug-resistant forms of the disease.
How did MDR-TB become resistant to antituberulosis?
MDR-TB, or multidrug-resistant tuberculosis, developed resistance to antituberculosis drugs primarily due to inappropriate or incomplete treatment regimens. Factors such as inconsistent drug supply, inadequate dosing, and patient non-compliance allowed the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria to survive and adapt, leading to mutations that confer resistance. Additionally, the high prevalence of TB in areas with limited healthcare access exacerbates the problem, as it creates environments where these resistant strains can spread. Consequently, the misuse of antibiotics in both TB treatment and other infections has further contributed to the emergence of MDR-TB.
What does MDR-TB stand for?
Multi-Drug resistant tuberculosis
How can drug resistance be avoided in case of TB?
I don't think that you can prevent this disease so to speak, the only way would be to not get exposed to it in the first place. So if you know someone that has TB avoid contact. This is partly true, and partly false. Having been exposed to tuberculosis and having inhaled tuberculosis germs, one can prevent tuberculosis; meaning tuberculosis disease, or TB by taking preventive medicine, primarily isoniazid or INH supplemented by vitamin B6. The course of treatment is typically 6 months. As the previous person commented, if you never get exposed to TB in the first place, there would be nothing to prevent. Persons that breathe in TB germs and do not have active tuberculosis disease have latent tuberculosis infection, or LTBI. The preventive meds, or INH would be prescribed to persons with LTBI in order to prevent them from developing tuberculosis disease, or TB.
How many months it take for cure of tb?
The treatment for tuberculosis (TB) typically takes about six to nine months, depending on the specific strain and individual patient factors. The standard regimen for drug-sensitive TB involves a combination of antibiotics taken daily for at least six months. Adherence to the full treatment course is crucial to ensure a complete cure and to prevent the development of drug-resistant TB. In cases of drug-resistant TB, treatment may take longer, often requiring 18 months or more.
Who pays for employment physical drug screen and TB skin test?
The employer.
Where are Tb patients are kept in?
Tuberculosis (TB) patients are typically treated in specialized healthcare facilities, such as hospitals or dedicated TB clinics, where they can receive appropriate medical care and isolation if necessary. In some cases, patients may be managed in outpatient settings, particularly if they have drug-sensitive TB and are not infectious. Isolation measures are implemented to prevent the spread of the disease, especially in cases of multi-drug resistant TB. Public health authorities also play a key role in monitoring and providing care for TB patients in the community.
Will Adderall effect a TB test?
Adderall will show up as methamphetamine on any type of drug test.
What is pyrazinamide?
Pyrazinamide is an antibiotic medication primarily used in the treatment of tuberculosis (TB). It is often administered as part of a combination therapy alongside other anti-TB drugs to enhance efficacy and reduce the risk of drug resistance. Pyrazinamide works by targeting Mycobacterium tuberculosis, inhibiting its growth and reproduction. Additionally, it is known for its unique action at acidic pH, which allows it to be effective in the acidic environment of infected tissues.
