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.
A , Pharmacy, answered. Tuberculin, purified protein derivative (PPD) is a substance that's used to detect exposure to tuberculosis (TB). Tuberculin helps detect this infection by causing a mild reaction in people who have been infected with TB. Tuberculin is given as an injection by a healthcare professional at a hospital, clinic or doctor's office.