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This document provides an overview of the diagnostic examination for pulmonary tuberculosis. It discusses several key tests: chest x-ray, sputum smear and culture, blood tests, tuberculin skin testing, and interferon-gamma release assays. A chest x-ray is often abnormal in active TB and can show signs of infection or disease progression. Sputum tests like smear and culture are used to detect the bacteria, with culture being the most sensitive and specific. Blood tests may show abnormalities. Skin and interf

Author

Mark Berbano

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