A Mantoux tuberculin skin test using five tuberculin units of purified protein derivative was negative. The patient was started on a four-drug regimen of antituberculosis therapy (pyrazinamide ...

Current estimates are that one third of the world's population reacts positively when given a purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test for exposure to tuberculosis. This indicates that these ...

and the TB Screening Questionnaire or proof of negative TB Test within last 12 months, which can include PPD Skin Test, T-Spot Lab Test, or Quantiferon Gold Lab Test. These health forms are required ...

is the most effective strategy to control tuberculosis (TB) among patients with HIV infection. The tuberculin skin test (TST) was the only available method to identify LTBI. The aim of the present ...