A person who had a Mantoux test for tuberculosis 2 days ago has a 2 mm area of erythema at the site of the test. What is the significance of the person's test result? It:

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A 2 mm area of erythema at the site of the Mantoux test is considered to be a negative result for tuberculosis. A positive result would typically have an area of erythema greater than 5 mm and would require further testing and evaluation. Follow-up with a chest x-ray may still be necessary depending on the individual's medical history and risk factors for tuberculosis. A lung biopsy would not be necessary based solely on a 2 mm area of erythema.

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