Mantoux

Pronunciation: /ˈmæntu/

Definitions of Mantoux

noun A type of tuberculin skin test used to detect tuberculosis infection

Example Sentences

A1 The Mantoux test is used to check for tuberculosis.

A2 The doctor administered a Mantoux test to determine if the patient had been exposed to TB.

B1 After receiving a positive Mantoux test result, the patient was referred for further testing.

B2 The Mantoux test is a commonly used method for screening for tuberculosis in high-risk populations.

C1 The Mantoux test measures the immune response to the TB bacteria by injecting a small amount of purified protein derivative under the skin.

C2 Healthcare professionals must be trained in the proper administration and interpretation of Mantoux tests to ensure accurate results.

Examples of Mantoux in a Sentence

formal The Mantoux test is a common method used to detect tuberculosis infection.

informal I had to get a Mantoux test before starting my new job.

slang I heard the Mantoux test is no big deal, just a little shot in the arm.

figurative The Mantoux test acts like a detective, searching for any signs of tuberculosis in the body.

Grammatical Forms of Mantoux

• past tense: Mantouxed
• plural: Mantouxes
• comparative: more Mantoux
• superlative: most Mantoux
• present tense: Mantoux
• future tense: will Mantoux
• perfect tense: has Mantouxed
• continuous tense: is Mantouxing
• singular: Mantoux
• positive degree: Mantoux
• infinitive: to Mantoux
• gerund: Mantouxing
• participle: Mantouxed

Origin and Evolution of Mantoux

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'Mantoux' originated from the French surname 'Mantoux'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used as a surname, 'Mantoux' eventually became associated with the Mantoux test, a skin test for tuberculosis, named after the French physician Charles Mantoux who developed the test in the early 20th century.