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A tuberculin skin test is used to detect exposure to tuberculosis bacteria. It involves injecting a small amount of TB protein under the skin on the forearm. If the individual has been exposed, their immune system will react by developing a raised, red bump within 2 days. A positive result indicates exposure to TB bacteria at some point in the past, but does not determine if the infection is currently active or dormant. The test is recommended for those with TB symptoms or risk factors like close contact wi
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