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What are the tests for tb infection?
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Several: The most conclusive is a culture of sputum that grows tb. A biopsy can show TB when examined under the microscope. Indirect tests include chest x ray, skin test ppd, and special blood test quantiferon.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Both: Skin test tst blood test igra.
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