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The Difference Between Latent TB Infection and Active TB Disease

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The Difference Between Latent TB Infection and Active TB Disease

This fact sheet details the difference between Latent TB Infection (LTBI) and Active TB Disease. A general description of TB is also given.

Author:

CDC NCHHSTP Office of Communications

Topic:

Diagnosis, Treatment - Latent TB infection (Inactive TB), General TB Information, Treatment- TB Disease

Country of Origin:

United States

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