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.
The Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) is a screening method developed to evaluate an. individualâs status for active Tuberculosis (TB) or Latent TB infection. The 2-Step TST is recommended for initial skin testing of adults who will be. periodically retested, such as healthcare workers. A 2 step is defined as two. TSTâs done within 3 months of each other. The optimal time for testing would be. to complete the 2 TSTâs within 1-4 weeks of each other.