Exam questionKROK 1Medicine ยท 2023
A 10-year-old child underwent a Mantoux test (with tuberculin). After 48 hours, a papule up to 8 mm in diameter appeared at the site of tuberculin injection. What type of hypersensitivity reaction developed after administration of tuberculin?
Answer options
- Arthus reaction
- Atopic reaction
- Type II hypersensitivity reaction
- Serum sickness
- Type IV hypersensitivity reaction
Correct answer
Type IV hypersensitivity reaction
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