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Why should I be tested for Inactive Tuberculosis (TB)?

Fact Sheet
Why should I be tested for Inactive Tuberculosis (TB)?

 This fact sheet provides a detailed overview of the risk factors, testing process, and treatment options for inactive TB.

Author:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for HIV/AIDS Viral Hepatitis STD and TB Prevention, Division of Tuberculosis Elimination

Audiences:

General Public

Topic:

General TB Information

Country of Origin:

United States

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