The tuberculosis/purified protein derivative skin test, commonly referred to as a TB/PPD skin test, is the most common tuberculosis screening. This test is performed by a healthcare provider administering a small amount of PPD under a person's skin, and then the person returns in 2-3 days to have the test results evaluated.
Our registration process for a TB skin test is easy. Just select the clinic location based on ZIP code and complete the registration. An authorization barcode is immediately sent to you via email and texted directly to the phone of the person being tested along with a map of the clinic location. The registrant can then walk into the testing facility, show the barcode along with photo ID, and complete the test. Results for tests are quick and stored securely in our online portal. Individuals and employers can register online or call (888) 378-2499 to order tests.
Below are the most commonly asked questions about this product in our call center.
Tuberculosis is caused by a bacteria known as mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is transmitted via air when a person with a tuberculosis infection coughs, talks, or sneezes. This disease is highly contagious.
A healthcare professional will administer a PPD injection under the person's skin. About 48-72 hours after the injection, the person will return to the healthcare provider for TB test results. The healthcare provider will check the PPD injection site for a reaction and determine if the results are negative or positive.
For a single TB skin test, our prices start at $125. Prices may vary depending on which service or package is selected, and which additional services are chosen during the checkout process.
We offer three types of tuberculosis tests. Any of these options may be ordered individually or in combination with drug tests or background screenings for a comprehensive employee screening process.
Two to three days. The TB Skin Test involves a healthcare provider injecting a small amount of PPD (purified protein derivative) under an individual's skin. The person must return within 2-3 days for the evaluation of the test results. A healthcare professional assesses the skin reaction at the injection site to determine the presence or absence of tuberculosis infection.
Employers often require specific occupational health tests to ensure safety in the workplace. We make it easy to schedule an appointment for occupational health testing at more than 10,000 clinics within the U.S. Just enter your ZIP code and choose the most convenient clinic for the test. Once the registration process is completed, we will email you a map to the clinic along with a registration barcode to present upon arrival.
Occupational and preventative health screenings are crucial to catching small issues early on before they become bigger problems. Health Street is here to assist you with scheduling occupational health tests for your employees, as well as answer any questions that you may have about our tests. Contact us today and we would be happy to address any concerns.
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