Most ear and nose foreign bodies can be removed by a skilled physician in the office with minimal risk of complications. Common removal methods include use of forceps, water irrigation, and suction catheter. Pharyngeal or tracheal foreign bodies are medical emergencies requiring surgical consultation.
Definition of tuberculin test. : a test for hypersensitivity to tuberculin as an indication of past or present tubercular infection.
Noun. 1. tuberculin skin test-a skin test to determine past or present infection with the tuberculosis bacterium; based on hypersensitivity of the skin to tuberculin. tuberculin test.skin test-any test to determine immunity or sensitivity to a disease by introducing small amounts on or into the skin.uberculin skin test-a skin test to determine past or present infection with the tuberculosis bacterium; based on hypersensitivity of the skin to tuberculin.