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Does the tb test commonly appear positive on the first day?

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Dr. Lokesh Guglani answered

Specializes in Pediatric Pulmonology

Yes: The TB test can become positive within the first day in someone that has been exposed to TB in the recent past.

Answered 6/10/2014

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