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induration
An area of swelling produced by an immune response to an antigen. In tuberculin skin testing or anergy testing, the diameter of the indurated area is measured 48-72 hours after the injection, and the result is recorded in millimeters.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Health care
- Category: Tuberculosis
- Company: U.S. CDC
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