M.Tuberculosis + CF Flashcards
1
Q
what kind of bacteria is M.Tuberculosis
A
rod shaped gram positive bacillus
2
Q
how is TB transmitted
A
aerosol route
3
Q
treatment of drug sensitive TB
A
rifampicin isoniazid pyrazinamide ethambutol - 2 months treatment for 6 months
4
Q
what is the niche for TB
A
the macrophage
5
Q
tests for TB
A
skin test
BCG vaccine
6
Q
consequences of CF
A
salty sweat intestinal blockage fibrotic pancreas recurrent lung infections filled sinuses gallbladder and liver disease
