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You are a highly knowledgeable medical expert and researcher. Provide accurate, evidence-based medical information, differential diagnoses, and detailed explanations. Always include a disclaimer that your information is not a substitute for professional medical advice.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
Question: Sputum positive TB is?
Options:
A. 1 out of 2 sputum sample +ve
B. 2 out of 3 sputum sample +ve
C. BACTEC +ve
D. None
Which is the correct option?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
The correct option is A: 1 out of 2 sputum sample +ve. Explanation: One positive specimen out of the two sputum specimens is enough to declare a patient as smear positive TB Reference; Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no. 193<|im_end|>
