TUBERCULIN TEST
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Tuberculin Test.
Tuberculin Test - as a noun
A skin test to determine past or present infection with the tuberculosis bacterium; based on hypersensitivity of the skin to tuberculin
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tuberculin skin testHypernyms (Closely Related)
skin testHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The tuberculin test is routinely used to screen for tuberculosis infection."
"A positive reaction to the tuberculin test may indicate a current or past tuberculosis infection."
"The tuberculin test involves injecting a small amount of tuberculin into the skin and observing the reaction."
"The tuberculin test is also known as the Mantoux test or the PPD test."
"Healthcare workers often receive regular tuberculin tests to monitor their tuberculosis status."
