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Instructions for Collecting Sputum for TB

This fact sheet explains to patients the reason for a sputum test and contains step-by-step directions for giving a sample of sputum.

Author:
Minnesota Department of Health Tuberculosis Program
Format:
Fact Sheet
Publication Date:
2004
ID:
32236
  • Asian or Pacific Islander persons
  • Non-U.S.-born persons
  • TB
  • Diagnosis
  • Diagnosis- Sputum Smear Examination
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