Under the Universal Immunization Programme, BCG vaccine is administered to a newborn. At what site and by what route is it given?
- A Right upper arm, intradermal
- B Left upper arm, intradermal ✓
- C Right upper arm, subcutaneous
- D Left upper arm, subcutaneous
Correct answer: B. Left upper arm, intradermal
Explanation
BCG is given intradermally on the left upper arm (deltoid region) in newborns under UIP. The left arm is the standard site globally to allow identification of the BCG scar. Intradermal route at the insertion of deltoid produces the characteristic wheal. Subcutaneous injection can cause complications like BCG abscess or lymphadenitis.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 26th ed.
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