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Regarding Shick&;s test which of the following is false

A
Erythematous reaction in both arms indicate hypersensitivity
B
Positive test means that person is immune to diphtheria
C
Diphtheria antitoxin is given intradermally
D
Test done to find out immune status against diphteria
High-Yield Explanation
Schick test: intradermal test to demonstrate circulating diphtheria antitoxin. This antitoxin may be present either due to previous infection or immunization. This test demonstrates the immunity or susceptibility of a person against diphtheria. Positive Schick test signifies that the person is susceptible to diphtheria due to the absence or lack of adequate amount of circulating antitoxin. Reference: Baveja Textbook of Microbiology; 4th edition; Page no: 219, 220

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