AI Article Synopsis
- A total of 4,059 out of 6,522 healthcare workers needed a 2-step tuberculin skin test during their hiring process.
- 114 workers (2.8%) showed a boosted reaction after the second test, indicating potential prior exposure.
- The results indicated that boosted reactions were more common in males and older workers, and relying on verbal history of past tests was not effective in determining their baseline test status.
Article Abstract
At the time of hire, 4059 of 6522 healthcare workers required a 2-step tuberculin skin test; 114 workers (2.8%) demonstrated a boosted reaction after the second step. Boosted reactions were significantly associated with male sex and older age. A verbal history of previous tuberculin skin test results was not a reliable indicator of baseline tuberculin skin test status at the time of hire.
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