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tingc95

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Describe the process of a Mantoux or tuberculin skin test.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Normocytic normochromic anemia is exemplified by chronic blood loss as in small bleeding ulcers of the gastrointestinal tract.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The test is based on the presence or absence of delayed hypersensitivity reaction to proteins of the TB bacilli. Previous exposure or infection will lead to an inflammatory reaction at site of injection. Prior exposure has led to the development of a cell-mediated immunity and associated hypersensitivity to tubercle bacilli.

Answer to Question 2

False


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