Which test is a quick and reliable aid to diagnosis latent TB?
a. PPD skin test
b. Sputum smears
c. QFT-G
d. TB tine test
C
Sputum smears, cultures and PPD skin test are still done. However, QFT-G offers a quick and reliable diagnosis for the patient and health care provider. The results of QFT-G are greater specificity and results are available 24 hours after the blood is collected.
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