Which Antigen Is Injected into the Skin to Determine Exposure

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which antigen is injected into the skin to determine exposure and infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

• A) HLA-B27
• B) PPD
• C) VDRL
• D) IgE

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