Which of the Following Statement Regarding the Mantoux Test Used

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statement regarding the Mantoux Test used to detect patient exposure to Mycobacterium tuberculosis is false?

• A) The test utilizes a small amount of protein derived from the pathogen that is subcutaneously injected in the forearm.
• B) Patients with prior M. tuberculosis exposure experience an instantaneous reaction at the injection site
• C) The delayed formation of an induration 5 mm in diameter or greater is interpreted as a positive response
• D) A positive reaction represents the patient's memory T_H cells launching a strong attack against the M. tuberculosis epitopes.

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