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105 -108, SMART VISION COMPLEX, SB ROAD, OPPOSITE CLOUD9 HOSPITAL. PUNE - 411016
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Induration (mm) 18
Interpretation :
Induration measuring 10 mm or more is considered positive which shows hypersensitivity to tuberculoprotein. It
indicates past or present infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
< 5 mm
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A positive result, indicating exposure to TB
Usually considered positive for people who are immunocompromised or have other risk
5-9 mm
factors for TB
Usually considered positive for people with medical risk factors for TB, recent immigrants
10-14 mm
from areas with high TB prevalence, or close contacts with people with TB
≥ 15 mm Usually considered positive for people with no known risk factors for TB