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Tuberculosis screening test needed for volunteer at a hospital?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Yes: Get the igra blood test to know for sure. This is all standard.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/31/2012

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Yes: Most hospitals and health care facilities require screening for TB in all employees prior to clearing them to work in patient care areas; this usually includes volunteers.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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