A Commentary (PDF) by Marko Vujicic, Ph.D., HPIâs Vice President and ADAâs Chief Economist, on the impact of this new state-level analysis. PowerPoint Slides (PPTX) including data for all states, D.C., and the U.S. Data Tables (XLSX) with all data used in the reports. Key Findings (PDF)
The Mantoux tuberculin skin test (TST) is the standard method of determining whether a person is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Reliable administration and reading of the TST requires standardization of procedures, training, supervision, and practice.
Tuberculosis is diagnosed with the Mantoux test, in which a small sample of tuberculin is placed under the skin in an arm, and if a bump persists in the area, the individual may have TB. If the person is suspected positive for TB, the doctor may advise a chest x-ray and a mucous analysis as a follow-up.