False positives in these types of tests, which identify immune markers rather than the disease-causing bacteria, can happen for a few reasons.
Researcher found that exposed individuals with confirmed TB infection -- i.e. a positive skin or blood test -- should receive priority treatment in settings with a low prevalence of the disease, ...
Research published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine shows the most commonly used test for tuberculosis — tuberculin skin test — fails to accurately diagnose TB in half ...
Following the tuberculosis exposure event at Providence Memorial Hospital in El Paso, Texas, five babies have tested positive for TB, according to the El Paso Department of Health. The positive ...
The MiniDock MTB could expand access to molecular testing in peripheral health centers ...
A TB blood test can find out whether you have the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria in your body. Whether you need to get tested and how often depends on your specific circumstances. A blood test ...