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The following statements stand true for Mantoux test -

A
Test is read before 48 hours
B
6-9 mm induaion shows maximum chances of developing Tb
C
A positive test does not indicate that the person is suffering from disease
D
New cases are more likely occur in tuberculin negative person than those who already are tuberculin reactors
High-Yield Explanation
Test is read after 48 - 96 hours but 72 hours is ideal. Reactions exceeding 10 mm considered positive and between 6-9 considered doubtful. 92% of new cases occur in patients who are tuberculin reactors Reference; Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no. 195

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