6 Questions
Which of the following is a common risk factor for developing tuberculosis?
Frequent contact with untreated person
What is the primary mode of transmission for tuberculosis?
Airborne droplets inhaled
Which test is mentioned as the most accurate and rapid for diagnosing tuberculosis?
Nucleic acid amplification (NAA) test
What is the expected outcome if tuberculosis lesions resolve with little or no residual bacilli?
Latent (hidden) TB
Which of the following is a symptom of active tuberculosis?
Persistent cough with mucopurulent sputum
What is the most common bacterial infection worldwide?
Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection
Test your knowledge on the pathogenesis, expected findings, risk factors, labs, and diagnostics of Tuberculosis. Learn about how TB is transmitted, its progression in the body, immune response, and factors that increase the risk of infection.
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