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While most people in Texas are at low risk for exposure to the TB germs, certain settings have a greater risk of transmission and require staff, volunteers, or residents to be screened for TB upon hire or prior to admission to a congregate setting.
The risk of exposure and infection is generally low, though there are factors that increase the likelihood of developing TB infection or disease. This document describes the factors and settings that place adults at risk for TB and outlines when and how to screen them for TB.
The TUBERCULOSIS SKIN TEST is a way of identifying TB infection. You cannot get TB from the skin test. Health care workers are required to be screened regularly for TB. SIDE EFFECTS: If you have been exposed to TB in the past, swelling and redness may develop at the site of the test.
testing and screening. Referrals are required. Prior to making an appointment please ensure that you have a referral form filled out by your provider or documentation of a positive skin or TB blood test. To refer a patient that you suspect has active TB disease - (214) 819-2060.
TEST TWO: Given one to three weeks after Test One. Manufacturer & Lot number _____Manuf. Exp. Date _____ Date vial opened _____ Date & time test ... TB Screening Form – Please indicate if you have any of the following symptoms: Yes No Chronic Cough Yes No Unexplained weight loss Yes No Production of sputum Yes No Unexplained fatigue/tiredness ...
We need your help to find out if your child has been exposed to the disease tuberculosis, also known as TB. TB is caused by germs. It is usually spread to another person by coughing or sneezing. A person can have TB germs in their body but not have active TB disease. TB can be prevented and treated.
