5 Questions
Which type of individual with TB has a small amount of TB bacteria in their body that are alive but inactive?
Person with LTBI (Infected)
What characteristic distinguishes a person with LTBI from a person with TB Disease in terms of spreading TB bacteria?
Ability to spread TB bacteria to others
Which type of individual with TB may have symptoms such as a cough, fever, and/or weight loss?
Person with active TB symptoms
What test result is typically seen in a person with LTBI (Infected) for TB infection?
Negative TB skin test or blood test reaction
Which type of individual with TB typically requires treatment to prevent the development of TB disease?
Person with Latent TB symptoms
Explore the key differences between Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) and Tuberculosis (TB) Disease. Learn about the characteristics of a person with LTBI, including the presence of inactive TB bacteria, inability to spread the bacteria, and the importance of considering treatment to prevent TB disease.
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