A Test Performed on Sputum to Detect the Presence of Mycobacterium

question 38

Multiple Choice

A test performed on sputum to detect the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis is:

• A) antistreptolysin O.
• B) acid-fast bacilli.
• C) pulmonary function.
• D) bronchoscopy.

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