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If i get a tb skin test, does that mean i am vaccinated against tb?

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Dr. Anthony LaBarbera answered

No: The test is to see if you may have tb.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

If i get a tb skin test, does that mean i am vaccinated against tb?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anthony LaBarbera answered

Dr Smith agreed

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