Estimation of interleukin 6 levels as a potential biomarker among pulmonary tuberculosis patients for assessing disease severity
Background: Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), the causative agent of pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB), remains a major global health challenge, particularly in low-and middle-income countries, contributing to significant morbidity and mortality. Beyond microbial factors, host immune responses play a crucial role in disease...