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MicrobiologyImmune Response

Detection of cell-mediated immunity

THE CONTEXT
Cell-mediated immunity (CMI)* can be assessed using skin testing and in vitro correlates.

Methods of detection

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The original method was skin testing for delayed hypersensitivity, such as the tuberculin test.
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A number of in vitro correlates of CMI have subsequently become available.
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