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My colleague has been diagnosed with tb bones. do i have to go to a doctor to be referred to be tested for tb or can i go direct to lancet labs or clicks / dischem clinic?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

TB screening : IF you have any respiratory symptoms, a chest radiograph may be ordered by your physician. The blood test will require an order from a physician. Your employer may be helpful in making a referral for his colleagues.

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Answered 10/7/2019

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A member asked:

My colleague has been diagnosed with tb bones. do i have to go to a doctor to be referred to be tested for tb or can i go direct to lancet labs or clicks / dischem clinic?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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