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Consejos para Tomar Muestra de Tuberculosis[Tips for Taking Sputum Sample]

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Consejos para Tomar Muestra de Tuberculosis[Tips for Taking Sputum Sample]

This video provides explanations for the correct production of sputum for the diagnosis of TB.

Author:

McNerney, R.

Audiences:

Persons With LTBI

Topic:

Diagnosis, Diagnosis- Sputum Smear Examination

Country of Origin:

United Kingdom

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