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What is the recommended post-test if the pre-test for TB is negative?
What is the recommended post-test if the pre-test for TB is negative?
- Retest 8-10 weeks after returning from travel (correct)
- No need for post-test if pre-test is negative
- Retest immediately after returning from travel
- Retest after 4-6 weeks after returning from travel
Which group has an increased risk for TB disease progression?
Which group has an increased risk for TB disease progression?
- People with a history of BCG vaccination
- People living with HIV (correct)
- Healthy individuals who have not been in contact with TB cases
- Infants and children
What is the estimated TST effectiveness in populations not vaccinated by BCG?
What is the estimated TST effectiveness in populations not vaccinated by BCG?
- 97% (correct)
- 75%
- 60%
- 5%
What is a disadvantage of the IGRA test for LTBI?
What is a disadvantage of the IGRA test for LTBI?
According to the US Guidelines for LTBI Testing, when should the IGRA test be performed instead of the TST?
According to the US Guidelines for LTBI Testing, when should the IGRA test be performed instead of the TST?
What factor does the risk of TB transmission on an airplane depend on?
What factor does the risk of TB transmission on an airplane depend on?
Why are people advised not to consume unpasteurized milk and milk products?
Why are people advised not to consume unpasteurized milk and milk products?
What is the estimated number of people who developed TB in 2021?
What is the estimated number of people who developed TB in 2021?
What was the reported number of 'missing' TB cases in 2021?
What was the reported number of 'missing' TB cases in 2021?
What was the trend in TB deaths from 2019 to 2021?
What was the trend in TB deaths from 2019 to 2021?
When should travelers retest for TB after returning from travel?
When should travelers retest for TB after returning from travel?
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