Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding tuberculosis (TB)?

A) The incubation period of TB is from 1 to 7 days. B) A tuberculin skin test can detect TB exposure.
C) TB is not spread through surface contamination. D) The TB pathogen only affects lung tissue.


B

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What will be an ideal response?

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