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Aplisol Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative (Mantoux) 5 mL (50 Tests) *Refrigerated Item*
Aplisol Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative (Mantoux) 5 mL is a diagnostic tool used to aid in the screening and diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB). It is primarily used to test for latent TB infection and prior exposure to the infection. It works by introducing the protein substance into the skin and monitoring the person’s immune system’s response to it. Mantoux is typically administered by a healthcare professional and is recommended for those who are at an increased risk of TB including those with immune deficiency or HIV/AIDS, those who are in close contact with someone who has TB, and those who have traveled or lived in a high-risk area for TB. This test is a valuable addition to the TB detection and diagnostic toolbox and is essential for accurately diagnosis TB infection.
Aplisol Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative (Mantoux) 5 mL (50 Tests) is an extract of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria that cause tuberculosis in humans. It is used to test if a person has been exposed to tuberculin protein, either from a previous tuberculosis vaccination, or from environmental exposure to the bacteria.
Item Requires Refrigeration and is not returnable.
Tuberculin purified protein derivative (PPD) is used in a skin test to help diagnose tuberculosis (TB) infection in persons at increased risk of developing active disease. Tuberculin skin test is done by injecting tuberculin PPD into the surface layer of the skin.
Purified protein derivative, is a combination of proteins that are used in the diagnosis of tuberculosis referred to as the tuberculin skin test. Tuberculin is made out of an extract of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Brand: Par Sterile Products LLC
NDC: 42023-0104-05
UPC: 342023104052
Type: Multiple Dose Vial
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