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A 26-year-old female asked:

I got a tb skin test. i am just over 14 hours past, and already have a red circle measuring about 11mm. should i go see my doctor now, or wait?

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Dr. Oscar Novickanswered

Pediatrics 59 years experience

Tb test: Wait the full 48 hours for the accurate results of your TB test.

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Dr. Duane Rommelanswered

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Wait: Wait until the 48 to 72 hours for an accurate reading.

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