Guidelines for the Diagnosis of Latent Tuberculosis Infection for the 21st Century (2nd Edition)

This scientific monograph, which was updated in 2008, discusses targeted tuberculin skin testing for latent TB infection as a strategic component of TB control. Specifically addressed are how to administer and interpret the tuberculin skin test with information about the test's specificity and sensitivity. There is also information about the QuantiFERON®- TB Gold In-Tube test and tuberculin sensitivity with mycobacteria other than M. tuberculosis. This monograph is certified for continuing medical and nursing education through the completion of a post-test and evaluation located at the end of the document.

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	Product Name	Order (Limit 1)
	Basic Epidemiology for Tuberculosis(TB) Program Staff
	Diagnosis and Treatment of Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) in Adults Pocket Card
	Diagnosis and Treatment of Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) in Children and Adolescents Pocket Card
	TB Case Management: A Guide for Nurses
	TB Contact Investigation in Congregate Settings: A Resource for Evaluation
	TB Handbook for School Nurses
	TB Interviewing for Contact Investigation: A Practical Resource for the Healthcare Worker
	TB Simulated Patients: A Training Resource for the Contact Investigation Interview
	Treatment of TB Pocket Card: Standard Therapy for Active Disease in Children
	Treatment of Drug Susceptible TB in Adults Pocket Card
	What You Need To Know About Tuberculosis: Patient Education Flipbook
	What You Need to Know About Tuberculosis: Patient Education Flipbook - Spanish Version
Tuberculosis and Cultural Competency Newsletters Notes from the Field
	Issue #22: Showing We Care – Winter 2018
	Issue #20: Supportive Adjustment to a New Life Makes TB Care Possible – Fall 2016
	Issue #18: Understanding Cultural Differences – Fall 2014
	Issue #14: Finding My Voice – Spring 2012
	Issue #13: No Woman Is An Island – December 2011
	Issue #12: Complex Caring: The Challenge of TB-HIV Co-Infection – December 2010
	Issue #11: A Family Affair – June 2010
	Issue #10: Engaging the Patient - December 2009
	Issue # 9: My Interpretation – Winter 2009
	Issue #6: A Patient Centered Approach – Summer 2007
	Issue #2: Dose by Dose – Winter 2004