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Montoux test is

A
Diagnostic test for TB
B
False positive reaction seen in immunocompromised
C
Highly sensitive test and low specificity
D
Boosting is maximum after 4 weeks of initial test
High-Yield Explanation
Mantoux test is screening test for latent TB infection. It has low sensitivity and specificity. False positive reaction  - occur with BCG vaccination and False negative reactions - occur in immunocompromised individual. Increase in induration (Boosting) is seen between 1 - 5 weeks after intial test.

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