CEFR B2

latent tuberculosis

noun phrase

Meaning

A condition where tuberculosis-causing bacteria are present in the body but are inactive, causing no symptoms and not being contagious.

Examples

A person can have latent tuberculosis for years without knowing it.
Doctors often recommend treatment for latent tuberculosis to prevent it from becoming active.

Synonyms: dormant TB, inactive TB, TB infection (latent)

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latent tuberculosis (B2)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: ˈleɪtənt ˌtjuːbərˈkjʊləsɪs

Definition

A condition where tuberculosis-causing bacteria are present in the body but are inactive, causing no symptoms and not being contagious.

Examples

A person can have latent tuberculosis for years without knowing it.
Doctors often recommend treatment for latent tuberculosis to prevent it from becoming active.
Screening for latent tuberculosis is important for individuals at high risk.

Synonyms of latent tuberculosis

Words with a similar meaning to latent tuberculosis:

Antonyms of latent tuberculosis

Words with the opposite meaning to latent tuberculosis:

active tuberculosis

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