TB Blood Test in Albuquerque

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This QuantiFERON TB Gold blood test screens for tuberculosis (TB), a disease that spreads from person to person through the air and affects the lungs. This overview covers what the TB Blood Test measures and how its results are reported.

What the TB Blood Test Measures

The TB Blood Test measures specific markers in a blood sample to describe a defined part of your health picture. This QuantiFERON TB Gold blood test screens for tuberculosis (TB), a disease that spreads from person to person through the air and affects the lungs. The TB Blood Test is analyzed by a licensed laboratory using a standard blood draw. Results for the TB Blood Test are reported with reference ranges so each value can be compared to the range the laboratory uses.

Understanding TB Blood Test Results and Reference Ranges

This QuantiFERON TB Gold blood test screens for tuberculosis (TB), a disease that spreads from person to person through the air and affects the lungs. Understanding the TB Blood Test report starts with matching each value to the range shown beside it. Results for the TB Blood Test are written in plain terms with the test name and collection date included. Keeping a copy of the TB Blood Test report makes it easier to compare results over time.

Preparing for the TB Blood Test

Wearing a short-sleeved top gives the collection staff easy access for the TB Blood Test. If you take medications, keep a list ready to discuss with the collection staff or your provider. Unless told otherwise, most people do not need to fast for the TB Blood Test. Arriving a few minutes early helps the appointment for the TB Blood Test run smoothly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I ask about the TB Blood Test?

It helps to ask what the TB Blood Test measures, how the sample is collected, when results arrive, and how they will be interpreted.

How should I prepare for the TB Blood Test?

Follow the lab's instructions. Staying hydrated and wearing short sleeves can make the collection easier.

Can the TB Blood Test be repeated?

Yes; whether and when to repeat the TB Blood Test depends on your situation, and a provider can recommend a schedule.

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