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What Does Apicolordotic View Reveals PTB Infiltrates Indicate?

hi, i have an history of ptb way back 2009.. i undergo medical treatment for 6 mos. now, as needed for pre-employment requirements, they ask me to have an apicolordotic view after seeing my chest x-ray... does this view means that i am sick again? thanks for appreciation..
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Hello,

Few employment agencies may ask X-ray for any signs of active infection of tuberculosis. This view doesn't mean that you are sick again with tuberculosis.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
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What Does Apicolordotic View Reveals PTB Infiltrates Indicate?

Hello, Few employment agencies may ask X-ray for any signs of active infection of tuberculosis. This view doesn t mean that you are sick again with tuberculosis. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician