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Notes

1. This assay is an indirect test for Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, including diseases, and is intended for use in conjunction with clinical findings and other diagnostic tests.
2. False-positive results may occur in patients with prior infection with M marium, M szulgai, or M kansasii.
3. A Negative result indicates the absence of IFN-Gamma Response to M. Tuberculosis antigen in the patient’s sample, but does not preclude the possibility of M. tuberculosis infection or tuberculosis disease.
4. False Negative results can be due to the stage of infection (e.g., sample taken before the development of cellular immune response) or co-morbid conditions that affect immune functions.
5. Low lymphocyte counts, reduced or no activation of immune response to TB antigens or other immunological variables. CDC recommends repeat tests after 8-10 weeks in case of high suspicion of tuberculosis.
6. Indeterminate results can be seen in HIV-positive individuals with CD4 Count ≤ 200 cells/mL, In Children < 4 years of age, recent illness, presence of heterophile antibodies in the patient’s sample, Compromised immune state, and recent vaccinations.
7. The magnitude of the measured IFN-Gamma level cannot be correlated to the stage or degree of infection, level of immune responsiveness, the likelihood of progression of active disease, or to monitor TB therapy.

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This assay is an indirect test for Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, including disease, and is intended for use in conjunction with risk assessment, radiography, and other medical and diagnostic evaluations.