A positive Mantoux test indicates the presence of antibodies to ________.

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A Mantoux test measures a person's immune response to the bacterium that causes tuberculosis, and a positive result indicates that the person has been infected with the bacterium and has developed antibodies against it. The test is used to screen for tuberculosis infection in individuals, especially those who are at high risk or work in healthcare settings.

A Positive Mantoux Test Indicates the Presence of Antibodies to ________