Mantoux Test or Tuberculin Skin Test I Dr. Ankit Parakh, Pediatric TB and Chest Specialist

The Mantoux test, also known as the tuberculin skin test (TST), is commonly used to diagnose tuberculosis (TB) in children. In this video, we discuss how the Mantoux test is performed and how to read it. We also discuss what a positive Mantoux test means, what causes a false negative, and what causes a false positive Mantoux test. ................................................................................................................................................................................ Read more about tuberculosis https://www.ankitparakh.com/condition... ................................................................................................................................................................... Dr. Ankit Parakh, Senior Consultant Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergy & Sleep Medicine For more information www.ankitparakh.com, www.childrenschestclinic.com, kidsleep.in Follow us on Facebook:   / childrenschestclinic