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369 Main St, Spencer, MA 01562369 Main St
Open12:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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4.52(592 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 369 Main St
After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.
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8 Burnham St, Montague, MA 013768 Burnham St
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
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489 Bernardston Rd, Greenfield, MA 01301489 Bernardston Rd
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
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4.0(6 reviews)
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48 Sanderson St, Greenfield, MA 0130148 Sanderson St
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
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33 Riddell St, Greenfield, MA 0130133 Riddell St
Open until 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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137 Federal St, Greenfield, MA 01301137 Federal St
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MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Inside CVS Pharmacy - 137 Federal St, Greenfield
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1467 Main St, Athol, MA 013311467 Main 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 - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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165 University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002165 University Dr
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 - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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MinuteClinic® at CVS®, University Dr, Amherst - 165 University Dr, Amherst

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170 University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002170 University Dr
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
  • Sat11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.0(26 reviews)
Often we only rate something after a bad experience, but if it was good we just say "oh they did what they were suppose to" - Well they took great care of me when i was over there, beside my own 2 star attitude the facility itself performed great. thank you
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17 Research Dr, Amherst, MA 0100217 Research Dr
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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366 King St, Northampton, MA 01060366 King St
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325b King St, Northampton, MA 01060325b 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 8:00 am - 11:30 am
  • SunClosed
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6 Hatfield St, Northampton, MA 010606 Hatfield St
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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95 Sargent St, Belchertown, MA 0100795 Sargent 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 - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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35 Bridge St, Belchertown, MA 0100735 Bridge St
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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1154 Putney Rd, Brattleboro, VT 053011154 Putney Rd
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
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
3.33(9 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Clear Choice is a great place!! People there CARE and are so respectful. Short wait times. MDs and PAs are extremely good!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Thanks to them all!!
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470 Granby Rd, South Hadley, MA 01075470 Granby Rd
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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33 Whittemore Farm Rd, Swanzey, NH 0344633 Whittemore Farm Rd
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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266 Main St, Gardner, MA 01440266 Main St
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85 South St, Ware, MA 0108285 South 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 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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351 Winchester St, Keene, NH 03431351 Winchester 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
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
3.08(6 reviews)
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1505 Memorial Dr, Chicopee, MA 010221505 Memorial Dr
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
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
2.0(2 reviews)
MedExpress Urgent Care, Chicopee - 1505 Memorial Dr, Chicopee
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827 Worcester St, Springfield, MA 01151827 Worcester 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 8:00 am - 11:30 am
  • SunClosed
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2344 Boston Rd, Wilbraham, MA 010952344 Boston Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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2040 Boston Rd, Wilbraham, MA 010952040 Boston Rd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:45 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:45 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:45 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:45 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:45 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:45 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:45 am - 5:00 pm
Urgent Care Of Wilbraham - 2040 Boston Rd
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140 Carando Dr, Springfield, MA 01104140 Carando Dr
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
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Concentra Urgent Care, Springfield Massachusetts - 140 Carando Dr, Springfield
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1001 Thorndike St, Palmer, MA 010691001 Thorndike St
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®, Thorndike St, Palmer - 1001 Thorndike St, Palmer

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73 Russell Rd, Huntington, MA 0105073 Russell Rd
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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46 Daggett Dr, West Springfield, MA 0108946 Daggett 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
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  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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928 Riverdale St, West Springfield, MA 01089928 Riverdale St
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®, Riverdale St, West Springfield - 928 Riverdale St, West Springfield

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100 Wason Ave, Springfield, MA 01107100 Wason Ave
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
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50 Wason Ave, Springfield, MA 0110750 Wason Ave
Open until 8:00 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 - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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759 Chestnut St, Springfield, MA 01199759 Chestnut St
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
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3300 Main St, Springfield, MA 011073300 Main St
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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2 Medical Center Dr, Springfield, MA 011072 Medical Center Dr
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
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125 Liberty St, Springfield, MA 01103125 Liberty St
Open until12:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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115 St George Rd, Springfield, MA 01104115 St George Rd
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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140 High St, Springfield, MA 01105140 High St
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
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57 Union St, Westfield, MA 0108557 Union St
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 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
2.5(2 reviews)
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1515 Allen St, Springfield, MA 011181515 Allen St
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
1.0(3 reviews)
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430 Cooley St, Springfield, MA 01128430 Cooley 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
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
1.43(7 reviews)
MedExpress Urgent Care, Springfield - 430 Cooley St, Springfield
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415 Cooley St, Springfield, MA 01128415 Cooley 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
4.8(746 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

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AFC Urgent Care, Springfield - 415 Cooley St, Springfield
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75 Springfield Rd, Westfield, MA 0108575 Springfield Rd
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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311 E Main St, Westfield, MA 01085311 E Main St
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2.21(12 reviews)
MedExpress Urgent Care, Westfield - 311 E Main St, Westfield
My fiance has gone there 2 times in westfield and was happy with the service and care. Would be great if the can make a follow up appt with another dr. he was sent to er
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21 Dwight Rd, Longmeadow, MA 0110621 Dwight Rd
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 8:00 am - 11:30 am
  • SunClosed
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115 W Silver St, Westfield, MA 01085115 W Silver 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 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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444 N Main St, East Longmeadow, MA 01028444 N Main St
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
1.0(5 reviews)
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2 S End Bridge Cir, Agawam, MA 010012 S End Bridge Cir
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294 N Main St, East Longmeadow, MA 01028294 N Main St
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TB Test FAQs

  • What does a positive TB test look like?

    When you take the TB skin test, a huge bump will appear on your arm at the injection site if you have had a TB infection. This hump, which may appear red and bloated, indicates that you have tuberculosis germs in your body. During your visit, your doctor or the TB test provider will measure and check the bump to see if you have TB.

  • Where can I get a TB test in Millers Falls?

    Tuberculosis tests are available from a variety of healthcare providers, including primary care physicians, hospitals, walk-in clinics and laboratories, pharmacies, and urgent care clinics. If you exhibit signs of active tuberculosis, your doctor may refer you to a tuberculosis testing facility. Solv can also help you locate the top TB testing facilities in your area.

  • What is a TB test?

    tuberculosis testing available are a skin test and a blood test. A protein called PPD generated from tuberculosis germs is injected into your skin as part of the skin test to see how your body reacts to it. A small amount of blood is taken from your arm and submitted to a lab for confirmation of tuberculosis bacteria.

  • How long is a TB test good for?

    You should have your tuberculosis test repeated every four years, whether you test positive or negative. Tuberculosis patients who test positive may be required to have a chest X-ray before being tested every four years. Your employer or doctor may prescribe a TB test more regularly than every four years based on specific work policies or your symptoms and health status.

  • How much does a TB test cost in Millers Falls?

    A tuberculosis test's cost is determined by a number of factors, including the test's kind, provider rates, geographic location, and whether or not the test is covered by your health insurance plan. Contact each TB test provider directly to find more about price and rates, or contact your health insurance company to learn more about your TB testing benefits and coverage.

  • Does insurance cover TB testing in Millers Falls?

    Many health insurance coverage includes tuberculosis testing, particularly if your doctor believes it is medically necessary based on your symptoms or level of contact with tuberculosis patients. Some companies may reimburse the cost of tuberculosis testing if it is required at work. Contact your health insurance provider directly to learn more about your TB test benefits and coverage.

  • How often do you need a TB test in Millers Falls?

    Employers often screen employees who are required to get tested for tuberculosis every four years. If you spend time with someone who has tuberculosis or have traveled to a region where tuberculosis is common and prevalent, such as Africa or Russia, your doctor may prescribe that you get a TB test on a regular basis. Ask your employer or doctor how often you should get a TB test based on these factors.

  • How long does a TB test take in Millers Falls?

    The TB blood test usually takes less than five minutes because it involves taking a small sample of blood from your arm. The TB skin test is also quick, but you'll need to come back to the clinic 48 to 72 hours later to have the injection site checked for a reaction. When you call to schedule a tuberculosis test, the provider will be able to give you a more exact time estimate.

  • How can I book a TB test through Solv?

    A TB test can be scheduled easily and quickly with Solv. Go to the Solv Home page, type "TB test" into the search box, and then select your area from the right-hand dropdown menu. Solv will present you with a selection of top-rated tuberculosis (TB) test providers in your area who can assist you. Choose your favorite tuberculosis test provider and contact them using the information provided to make an appointment.

  • Can I do at-home TB testing in Millers Falls?

    Test kits for tuberculosis that can be used at home are no longer available. Some healthcare providers, on the other hand, may visit your home to give a tuberculosis test, albeit this service may be limited to persons who are unable to leave their homes due to physical limitations. If you or a family member is unable to leave the house to take the test, speak with your doctor about the possibility of at-home TB testing.

Getting tested for Tuberculosis

A tuberculosis test identifies whether or not you've ever been infected. It won't tell you whether your illness is current or latent, but it will tell you if you've had this bacterial infection before.

A tuberculosis test can be performed on the skin or in the blood. Neither test necessitates any extra preparation.

During the skin test, the TB test provider injects a small protein called PPD beneath the first layer of your skin. A positive reaction to PPD, which is generated from tuberculosis bacteria, can indicate that you have had tuberculosis. After 48 to 72 hours, the TB test provider will request that you return to the clinic so that the injection site may be thoroughly checked to confirm or rule out a positive result.

During the blood test, the TB test practitioner takes a small sample of blood from your arm with a tiny needle. Following that, your sample is sent to a lab for examination and determination of whether or not you have tuberculosis.

When you have TB symptoms, you should get a tuberculosis test. Fever, chest pain, exhaustion, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, a cough that lasts at least three weeks, and coughing up blood are all symptoms of tuberculosis.

A tuberculosis test may be ordered if you are deemed to be at high risk for tuberculosis. A weaker immune system, contact with people who have tuberculosis, or travel to a country where tuberculosis is common are all risk factors for tuberculosis. Furthermore, some employers, including healthcare facilities, correctional facilities, and people who work or volunteer at homeless shelters, require employees to receive tuberculosis tests on a regular basis.

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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