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Should i get tested for tb?
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Depends: If you know or believe that you have been exposed, if you work in certain professions, if you believe you might have the disease or any other valid reason you can get tested. Routine testing for everyone is not recommended.
Answered 6/2/2019
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Always: Better to be safe.
Answered 9/17/2012
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