6. Explain the mechanism of formation of compaction and hyperemia at the injection zone site. 7. What mediators are involved in the development of this type of TPP?
6. Explain the mechanism of formation of compaction and hyperemia at the injection zone site. 7. What mediators are involved in the development of this type of TPP?
Chapter16: Adult And Pediatric Dosages Based On Body Surface Area
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Transcribed Image Text:On the second day after the Mantoux reaction (the subcutaneous
introduction of tuberculin - a protein-lipopolysaccharide
component of mycobacterium tuberculosis), a child had an area of
compaction and hyperemia in the injection zone with a diameter
of 2.5 cm, that was surrounded by a swollen roller. A day later, a
zone of necrosis was formed at the site of tuberculin
administration.
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6. Explain the mechanism of formation of compaction and
hyperemia at the injection zone site.
7. What mediators are involved in the development of this type of
TPP?
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