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Mantoux Test (Noun)

Meaning

Tuberculin (a derivative of tubercle bacillus) is injected intradermally; a red area appearing 1-3 days later signifies an exposure (past or present) to tubercle bacilli and the need for further testing.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The doctor ordered a Mantoux test to check for exposure to tuberculosis in the patient's system.
  • A positive result from the Mantoux test indicated that the individual had been exposed to the bacteria at some point in their life.
  • The nurse administered the Mantoux test by injecting a small amount of tuberculin into the patient's forearm.
  • After receiving a positive result from the Mantoux test, the patient was scheduled for a chest X-ray to confirm the diagnosis.
  • The healthcare provider explained that a negative result from the Mantoux test did not necessarily rule out the possibility of active tuberculosis.

Hypernyms

  • Tuberculin Skin Test
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