Mrs Reeta Wardhan, a 50 year old female with rheumatoid ahritis is being considered for infliximab therapy. Which of the following test should be performed before beginning treatment
Liver function test
PPD skin test
Pulmonary function test
Visual examination
Ref-Katzung 11/e p633 Infliximab is a monoclonal antibody against TNF-0. It is commonly used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid ahritis paicularly in patients .adverse effects, including reactivation of latent tuberculosis. All patients being considered for TNF-a inhibitor therapy should have a baseline PPD skin test to screen for latent tuberculosis..
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