Question

In children under 4 years old, an induration of 10mm or more in a tuberculin skin test is considered:

a. Positive for tuberculosis infection
b. Negative for tuberculosis infection
c. Indeterminate result
d. Requires further testing

Answer 1

Children under 4 years old with an induration of 10mm or more in a tuberculin skin test are considered positive for tuberculosis infection.

Step-by-step explanation:

Children under 4 years old with an induration of 10mm or more in a tuberculin skin test are considered positive for tuberculosis infection

. The tuberculin skin test is a way to determine if a person has been exposed to the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. A positive test indicates that the immune system has responded to the bacteria, suggesting an infection. Further testing, such as a chest X-ray, may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.