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Use of tuberculin skin test for assessment of immune recovery among previously malnourished children in Ethiopia. [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
OBJECTIVE: To compare levels of immunity in children recovering from severe acute malnutrition (cases) against those of community controls (controls).
Abdissa, Alemseged   +6 more
core   +1 more source

Comparison of Rifampin and Isoniazid for Latent Tuberculosis Infection in Kidney Transplant Candidates: Focus on Tolerability and Treatment Completion

open access: yesTransplant Infectious Disease, Volume 28, Issue 2, March/April 2026.
This study comparing 4‐month rifampin with 9‐month isoniazid for latent tuberculosis in kidney transplant candidates showed higher treatment completion rates and no transaminase elevations in the rifampin group. However, some patients experienced an increase in blood pressure while taking antihypertensive medications known to interact with rifampin ...
Jacques Simkins   +13 more
wiley   +1 more source

Granuloma annulare: relationship to diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders and tuberculin skin test

open access: yesClinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Pedram Alirezaei, Mahmood Farshchian Department of Dermatology, Psoriasis Research Center, Farshchian Hospital, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran Background: Granuloma annulare is a benign inflammatory disease of the skin.
Alirezaei P, Farshchian M
doaj  

Cellular immune response of Curraleiro Pé-duro and Nellore calves following Mycobacterium bovis-BCG vaccination

open access: yesPesquisa Veterinária Brasileira, 2013
The present study aimed to assess the CD4, CD8 and γδ blood levels for Curraleiro Pé-duro, as well as the specific IFN-γ response after BCG vaccination using flow cytometry.
Mayara Fernanda Maggioli   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Screening vaccine formulations for biological activity using fresh human whole blood. [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
Understanding the relevant biological activity of any pharmaceutical formulation destined for human use is crucial. For vaccine-based formulations, activity must reflect the expected immune response, while for non-vaccine therapeutic agents, such as ...
Aboutorabian, Sepideh   +9 more
core   +1 more source

Isolated anal tuberculosis presenting as an anal fistula in an immunocompetent child

open access: yesJPGN Reports, Volume 7, Issue 1, Page 47-50, February 2026.
Abstract Extra‐pulmonary tuberculosis accounts for less than 15% of all tuberculosis cases, while intestinal tuberculosis accounts for less than 1% of extra‐pulmonary forms of the disease. Abdominal organ involvement is more common, but extension to the ano‐perineal region is extremely rare.
Mariam Lagrine   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Viruses disrupt functions of human lymphocytes. Effects of measles virus and influenza virus on lymphocyte-mediated killing and antibody production. [PDF]

open access: yes, 1984
We present experimental data that offer, in part, a better understanding of the immunosuppression that accompanies measles virus infection. We note that measles virus "silently" infects human lymphocytes and that the infection does not alter lymphocyte ...
Casali, P, Oldstone, MB, Rice, GP
core  

Pulmonary nodules in chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis—the importance of considering histoplasmosis in endemic regions: comment on the article by Hospach et al

open access: yes
ACR Open Rheumatology, Volume 8, Issue 4, April 2026.
Leonardo Rodrigues Campos   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Recent Advances in Quantum Dots‐Based Sensors for the Detection of Tuberculosis: A Review

open access: yesChemistrySelect, Volume 11, Issue 6, 12 February 2026.
Quantum dot‐based biosensors enable rapid, sensitive detection of tuberculosis by converting biomolecular interactions into fluorescent signals. Target‐specific probes recognize TB biomarkers, producing measurable optical responses. This platform offers high sensitivity, multiplexing capability, and portability, supporting early diagnosis and improved ...
Alungile Mtotywa   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Lupus Vulgaris in a Maltese patient [PDF]

open access: yes, 2004
Introduction The incidence of cutaneous tuberculosis (TB) in the developed world has fallen, in parallel with the decline of other forms of TB. Nevertheless cases still occur and their diagnosis may be difficult.
Boffa, Michael J.   +2 more
core  

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