Letter T

TB

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Common abbreviation (spelled out T-B) for tuberculosis.

Tuberculosis took its name from the characteristic tubercles (tiny lumps) caused by infection with the bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) that is responsible for the disease.

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