Tuberculin test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012341",
  "term": "Tuberculin test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A diagnostic procedure used to detect latent or active tuberculosis infection by assessing the immune response to tuberculin antigens. A small amount of tuberculin is injected intradermally, and the site is examined for induration (a raised, hardened area) after 48 to 72 hours. A positive reaction indicates prior exposure to Mycobacterium tuberculosis.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Mantoux test"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "bacille Calmette-Guérin",
    "delayed-type hypersensitivity"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1256 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/tuberculin-test/"
}