Regarding Shick&;s test which of the following is false
Schick test: intradermal test to demonstrate circulating diphtheria antitoxin. This antitoxin may be present either due to previous infection or immunization. This test demonstrates the immunity or susceptibility of a person against diphtheria. Positive Schick test signifies that the person is susceptible to diphtheria due to the absence or lack of adequate amount of circulating antitoxin. Reference: Baveja Textbook of Microbiology; 4th edition; Page no: 219, 220
Erythematous reaction in both arms indicate hypersensitivity
Positive test means that person is immune to diphtheria
Diphtheria antitoxin is given intradermally
Test done to find out immune status against diphteria
Bacteriology