{"product_id":"ppd-tuberculin-skin-test","title":"PPD-TUBERCULIN SKIN TEST","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"test-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"test-lead\"\u003eThe PPD Tuberculin Skin Test (Mantoux test) screens for TB infection by measuring your immune system's reaction to a small injection of TB protein under the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat does this test check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA small amount of purified protein derivative (PPD) is injected into the forearm. The size of the skin reaction at 48–72 hours indicates whether the immune system has been exposed to Mycobacterium tuberculosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy get tested?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTB remains one of the most common infectious diseases in the Philippines. The PPD test identifies latent TB infection before it becomes active disease — allowing preventive treatment to protect both the individual and the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho should get this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHealthcare workers, people living with or exposed to someone with active TB, immunocompromised individuals, and those with symptoms suggestive of TB (persistent cough, night sweats, weight loss, fever).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTwo clinic visits are required: one for the injection and a return visit 48–72 hours later to read the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NowExpress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55596733005992,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nowexpress.ph\/products\/ppd-tuberculin-skin-test","provider":"NowExpress","version":"1.0","type":"link"}