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Tuberculosis Facts - Exposure to TB
Publication Date:
2012
Format:
Information Sheet
Abstract
This information sheet provides general information about TB is, how someone can be exposed and how to test for TB. It explains that TB is spread through the air after someone with TB disease sneezes, coughs, speaks, laughs, or sings. Latent TB infection is when TB germs live in the body without making the individual sick. If the germs become active, they cause TB disease. The two tests used to help detect TB are the skin test and a special TB blood test. Other tests include chest X-ray and sputum test.Publisher:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,National Center for HIV STD and TB Prevention,Division of Tuberculosis Elimination
Audience(s):
At Risk Persons
Topic:
Active TB, Exposure, Persons with Active TB
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