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What happens after you get tested for tuberculosis and the place where they tested you is red & itchy?
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Uncomfi?: Get a comfortable place. Check the igra (quantiferon gold).
Answered 5/31/2012
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Depends: This may indicate a positive test result or it could be an allergic reaction tot he test. You should have your doctor evaluate the site where the test was placed.
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