tuberculin reaction

tuberculin reaction
tuberculin reaction n a skin reaction that occurs at the site of a tuberculin test <an induration measuring 10 mm or more is considered a positive tuberculin reaction for all individuals>

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induration or vesiculation as a delayed reaction at the site of a tuberculin test (q.v.), a positive result.

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