A retrospective review of the two-step tuberculin skin test in dialysis patients

ConclusionsThe TST has limited diagnostic and clinical utility for LTBI screening in patients on dialysis. Further research into the diagnostic accuracy of interferon-gamma release assays and a revision of LTBI screening guidelines in patients on dialysis should be considered.
Source: Canadian Journal of Kidney Health and Disease - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research