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What type of doctor can order a tuberculosis skin test?

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Any: Any physician can do it, and any should be able to read it. Most pediatricians keep the purified protein derivative (the substance that is used to perform the test) in their office. It does not require an order. The doctor places a bubble of the liquid within your skin, then looks at and touches that spot two days later to check the result.

Answered 4/6/2013

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MD, DO: Any physician can order or apply a TB skin test. You will need to return in 48-72 hours to have it read.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Any: Any licensed practioner can do so including doctor, nurse practioner or physician's assistant.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Any physician: Any practicing physician can order a tuberclosis skin test.

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