Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

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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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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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Test, Tuberculin
  • Tests, Tuberculin
  • Tuberculin Tests

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

66; was TUBERCULIN REACTION 1963-65

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  1. E01w.370.225.812.871w.800w
  2. E05.200.812.871w.800w
  3. E05.478.594.890w.800w

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WF 220

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Tuberculin Test. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D014374. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D014374
  2. Tuberculin Test. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mantoux_test
  3. Tuberculin Test. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q908699