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Pulmonary Tuberculosis — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateInfectious DiseasePulmonary TuberculosisRACP Paediatrics

A 12-year-old from the Philippines has low-grade fever, night sweats, weight loss, productive cough for 2 weeks. CXR shows RUL cavity. Next investigation?

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Correct answer: B — Sputum/gastric aspirate for AFB and TB PCR

Highly suspicious for pulmonary TB. Three specimens for AFB smear, culture, and TB PCR are required.

Reference: Therapeutic Guidelines – 2024 – Antibiotic: Tuberculosis