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| Pronunciation |
 (trye
koe FYE ton skin
test) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Dermatophytin® |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Diagnostic Agent |
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| Use |
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Assess cell-mediated immunity |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Stability |
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Refrigerate at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) |
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| Usual Dosage |
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0.1 mL intradermally, examine reaction site in 24-48 hours; induration of greater than or equal to 5 mm in diameter is a positive reaction |
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| Administration |
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Administer by intradermal injection into flexor surface of forearm using a tuberculin syringe with a 3/8 " to 1/2 " 26- or 27-gauge needle; shallow S.C. injection is a less painful alternate method of administration; do not administer I.V. |
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| Patient Information |
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Test must be read at 24-48 hours or 48-72 hours |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Injection: Undiluted: 5 mL |
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