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Posted On : 03 Feb 2008

Opened tuberculin vials can be kept only for two days. ref-{esssential of tuberculosis in children, chapter 19 on tuberculin test, 3rd edition}. Please comment on this because CDC guideline states that it can be kept for 30 days.

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ALI SALHIN

YEAS IT IS POSSIBLE

17 years ago

pediatriconcall

As per manufacturers guide, From a microbiological point of view, the product should be used immediately. If not used immediately, in-use storage times and conditions prior to use are the responsibility of the user and would normally not be longer than 24 hours at 2°C - 8°C. {Ref: Statens Serum Institut}

17 years ago

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