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1329 Lusitana St, Honolulu, HI 968131329 Lusitana St
Open until 2:45 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
  • Fri 7:15 am - 2:45 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
  • Mar 30Closed
  • Apr 6Closed
  • Apr 8Closed
  • Apr 13Closed
  • Apr 27Closed
4.5(6 reviews)
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4211 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 968164211 Waialae Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Waialae Ave, Honolulu - 4211 Waialae Ave, Honolulu

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550 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96813550 S Beretania St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1149 Bethel St, Honolulu, HI 968131149 Bethel St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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1380 Lusitana St, Honolulu, HI 968131380 Lusitana St
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705 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813705 S King St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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500 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813500 Ala Moana Blvd
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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400 Keawe St, Honolulu, HI 96813400 Keawe St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.0(23 reviews)
Omg so so good!! I first went to Waikiki to a 5 star yelp review clinic it was called Doctors of Waikiki. They wanted 400.00 to see a Dr.!! I left and als I had to pay the stupid parking on top of that. So I googled and this Kakaako clinic came up. “Island urgent Care.” I called it was Veterans Day and they were OPEN!! Yay!! They took me right away and in no time I was seen by a wonderful Dr. Kauhane! He was kind, efficient, nice bed side manner and actually cares ! It also was a great price, I will be going there from now on!! Front desk Chanelle was cool and the nurse who took me in the back was gracious.
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1100 Ward Ave, Honolulu, HI 968141100 Ward Ave
Open until 1:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 11:30 am
  • SunClosed
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888 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813888 S King St
Open until11:59 pm
  • Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm
3.98(164 reviews)
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1010 S King St, Honolulu, HI 968141010 S King St
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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677 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813677 Ala Moana Blvd
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1010 S King St, Honolulu, HI 968141010 S King St
Open until12:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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701 Ilalo St, Honolulu, HI 96813701 Ilalo St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1001 Queen St, Honolulu, HI 968141001 Queen St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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1520 Liliha St, Honolulu, HI 968171520 Liliha St
Open until 1:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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321 N Kuakini St, Honolulu, HI 96817321 N Kuakini St
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321 N Kuakini St, Honolulu, HI 96817321 N Kuakini St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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1712 Liliha St, Honolulu, HI 968171712 Liliha St
Open until 1:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1314 S King St, Honolulu, HI 968141314 S King St
Open until 1:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • TueClosed
  • Wed 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1401 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 968141401 S Beretania St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1401 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 968141401 S Beretania St
4.0(56 reviews)
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1441 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 968141441 Kapiolani Blvd
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1441 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 968141441 Kapiolani Blvd
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1481 S King St, Honolulu, HI 968141481 S King St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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2228 Liliha St, Honolulu, HI 968172228 Liliha St
Open until 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • SunClosed
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1860 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 968151860 Ala Moana Blvd
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
5.0(12 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

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, Waikiki, HI 96815
4.98(8 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

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2005 Kālia Rd, Honolulu, HI 968152005 Kālia Rd
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
2.42(6 reviews)
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2070 N King St, Honolulu, HI 968192070 N King St
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • SunClosed
1.92(13 reviews)
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2055 N King St, Honolulu, HI 968192055 N King St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
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2055 N King St, Honolulu, HI 968192055 N King St
Open until12:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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2153 N King St, Honolulu, HI 968192153 N King St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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2454 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 968262454 S Beretania St
Open until12:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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2470 S King St, Honolulu, HI 968162470 S King St
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, S King St, Honolulu - 2470 S King St, Honolulu

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2155 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 968152155 Kalākaua Ave
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  • MonClosed
  • TueClosed
  • WedClosed
  • ThuClosed
  • FriClosed
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Inside CVS Pharmacy - 2155 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu
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2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 968152255 Kalakaua Ave
Open until11:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sun 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
4.39(91 reviews)
Been there several times. Waiting room small but facility is first class like going to hospital. Staff very nice.
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2310 Kuhio Ave, Honolulu, HI 968152310 Kuhio Ave
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
4.91(46 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

This clinic is impeccable. Dr. Stephenson is patient, kind, and understanding. He takes the time to explain things to me in a way that is easy to understand. His staff is so kind and efficient. I am able to get in and out of the clinic in the time that other clinics would have me in the waiting room. I highly recommend this little gem of a clinic!
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1029 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 968161029 Kapahulu Ave
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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545 Ohohia St, Honolulu, HI 96819545 Ohohia St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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3615 Harding Ave, Honolulu, HI 968163615 Harding Ave
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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1132 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI 968161132 Koko Head Ave
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3375 Koapaka St, Honolulu, HI 968193375 Koapaka St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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3375 Koapaka St, Honolulu, HI 968193375 Koapaka St
5.0(2 reviews)
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3375 Koapaka St, Honolulu, HI 968193375 Koapaka St
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4210 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 968164210 Waialae Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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4400 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 968214400 Kalanianaʻole Hwy
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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99589 ʻIwaʻiwa St, Aiea, HI 9670199589 ʻIwaʻiwa St
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99-193 Aiea Heights Dr, Aiea, HI 9670199-193 Aiea Heights Dr
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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TB Test FAQs

  • What does a positive TB test look like?

    If you have had a TB infection, a large bump will appear on your arm at the injection site when you do the TB skin test. This hump, which may appear red and swollen, suggests that you are infected with tuberculosis bacteria. Your doctor or the TB test provider will measure and examine the bump during your session to determine whether you have TB.

  • Where can I get a TB test in Hawaii?

    Many healthcare providers, including primary care physicians, hospitals, walk-in clinics and laboratories, pharmacies, and urgent care clinics, offer tuberculosis tests. If you have symptoms of an active tuberculosis infection, your doctor may recommend you to a TB test provider. Solv can also assist you in finding the best TB test providers in your area.

  • What is a TB test?

    A tuberculosis test confirms whether or not you have had tuberculosis. A skin test and a blood test are the two types of tuberculosis tests available. The skin test includes injecting a protein called PPD derived from tuberculosis germs into your skin to examine how your body reacts to it. A little blood sample is drawn from your arm and sent to a lab for confirmation of the presence of tuberculosis bacteria.

  • How long is a TB test good for?

    Whether you test positive or negative for tuberculosis, you should have your test redone every four years. Those who test positive for tuberculosis may be forced to get a chest X-ray before being tested every four years. Based on specific work policies or your symptoms and health status, your employer or doctor may recommend that you undergo a TB test more or less frequently than every four years.

  • How much does a TB test cost in Hawaii?

    The price of a tuberculosis test is determined by several factors, including the type of test, provider rates, geographic region, and whether or not the test is covered by your health insurance plan. To discover more about price and rates, contact each TB test provider directly, or contact your health insurance carrier to learn more about your TB testing benefits and coverage.

  • Does insurance cover TB testing in Hawaii?

    Many health insurance policies include tuberculosis testing, especially if your doctor thinks it medically necessary based on your symptoms or level of exposure to tuberculosis patients. If TB testing is necessary at your workplace, some employers may reimburse the expense. To discover more about your TB test benefits and coverage, contact your health insurance provider directly.

  • How often do you need a TB test in Hawaii?

    Employees who are required to be tested for tuberculosis are normally screened every four years by their employers. If you spend time with someone who has TB or have been to a location where TB is frequent and widespread, such as Africa or Russia, your doctor may recommend regular TB test. Based on these considerations, ask your employer or doctor how often you should undergo a tuberculosis test.

  • How long does a TB test take?

    Because it involves extracting a little sample of blood from your arm, the TB blood test normally takes less than five minutes. The TB skin test takes a few minutes as well, but you must return to the clinic 48 to 72 hours later to have the injection site checked for a reaction. When you phone to make an appointment for a tuberculosis test, the provider can offer you a more accurate time estimate.

  • How can I book a TB test through Solv?

    With Solv, scheduling a tuberculosis test is simple and quick. Go to the Solv Home page, type "TB test" in the search box, and then choose your location from the dropdown menu on the right. Solv will provide you a list of top-rated TB test providers in your neighborhood who can help you. Choose your preferred TB test provider, then contact them using the information provided to schedule an appointment.

  • Can I do at-home TB testing?

    TB test kits that allow you to test for TB at home are now unavailable. Some healthcare providers, however, may come to your home to administer a tuberculosis test, albeit this service may be limited to people who are physically unable to leave their homes. If you or a loved one is unable to leave the house to take the test, ask your doctor for further information about the potential of at-home TB testing.

Hawaii TB Tests

A tuberculosis test determines whether you have ever been infected with the disease. It won't tell you if your illness is active or latent, but it will tell you if you've ever had this bacterial infection.

A tuberculosis test can be done as a skin test or as a blood test. Neither test requires any additional preparation.

The TB test provider injects a tiny protein called PPD under the first layer of your skin during the skin test. PPD is derived from tuberculosis bacteria, and a positive reaction to it can indicate that you have had tuberculosis. The TB test provider will ask you to return to the clinic after 48 to 72 hours so that the injection site can be thoroughly examined to confirm or rule out a positive result.

The TB test provider draws a small sample of blood from your arm with a tiny needle during the blood test. Your sample is subsequently sent to a lab for analysis and determination of whether or not you have had tuberculosis.

A TB test is usually performed when you are experiencing symptoms of TB. Symptoms of TB include fever, chest pain, fatigue, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, cough that lasts at least three weeks, and coughing up blood .

If you are thought to be at high risk for tuberculosis, a TB test may be ordered. Having a weakened immune system, being exposed to those who have TB, or traveling to a country where TB is prevalent are all risk factors for tuberculosis. In addition, certain employers, such as healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, and individuals who work or volunteer at homeless shelters, require employees to get examined for tuberculosis on a regular basis.

Because a TB test does not identify whether you have an ongoing infection, if your findings are positive, your doctor may prescribe additional testing to confirm or rule out TB. Antibiotics, which are usually administered for six to nine months, are often effective in treating tuberculosis.

Sources

Solv has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references.

  1. Minnesota Department of Health. The TB (Tuberculosis) Skin Test (Mantoux)
    https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/tb/basics/factsheets/tst.html#2
  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What You Need to Know About the Tuberculosis Skin Test
    https://www.cdc.gov/tb/publications/pamphlets/tb_skin_test.pdf
  3. MedlinePlus. Tuberculosis Screening
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/tuberculosis-screening/
  4. Los Angeles County. Department of Health Services Public Health Programs - TB Control Program
    http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/tb/TBManual/TBTestQA.pdf
  5. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tuberculosis (TB) Who Should be Tested
    https://www.cdc.gov/tb/topic/testing/whobetested.htm

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