Tuberculosis Screenings at Life Medical
Available at All Offices
Tuberculosis Screening for Employees and Students
Potential employees and students may be required to complete a tuberculosis (TB) screening test. Depending on the policies of your employer, school, or institution, this may involve either a QuantiFERON-TB Gold blood test or a chest X-ray. Please consult with your organization to determine which test is required before scheduling your appointment.
TB Screening Requirements:
- Potential employees may be required to complete a TB screening test
- Students may be required to complete a TB screening test
- Requirements vary based on your employer, school, or institution
- Testing may involve a QuantiFERON-TB Gold blood test
- A chest X-ray may be required in some cases
- Please confirm with your organization which test is needed
TB Testing Services Available
Payment Options
- Cash payments
- Credit card payments
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
- Other NFC payment options
Important TB Testing Information
QuantiFERON Test Results: Please note that if your QuantiFERON-TB Gold test comes back positive, your employer or school may require a follow-up chest X-ray to confirm that you do not have active tuberculosis. Be sure to follow the specific requirements provided by your organization.
Follow-Up Requirements
- A positive QuantiFERON test may require a chest X-ray
- Additional testing is often determined by your employer or school
- Chest X-rays help rule out active TB
- Institutions may have specific follow-up protocols
- Further evaluation may be needed based on results
TB Testing Process
- Confirm which test is required with your employer or school
- Choose between the QuantiFERON blood test or chest X-ray
- Walk in for testing—no appointment needed
- Receive your results based on the type of test
- Complete any follow-up steps as required by your institution
Frequently Asked Questions
What tuberculosis screening tests do you offer?
We offer QuantiFERON Gold Test (tuberculosis blood test) for $100 and Tuberculosis Chest X-ray screening with report for $55.
Do I need an appointment for TB screening?
No, we accept walk-in appointments for tuberculosis screening tests on a daily basis.
How do I know which TB test I need?
Please consult with your school or employer as to which is their required test - either QuantiFERON gold test or chest x-ray.
What payment methods do you accept for TB testing?
We accept cash, credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other NFC payment options.
What happens if my QuantiFERON test is positive?
If the QuantiFERON test comes back positive, you are often required by your employer or school to also have the chest x-ray to show that you do not have active TB.
Contact Us for a TB Screening
Ready to complete your required tuberculosis screening? Visit Life Medical for convenient TB testing services. Walk-ins accepted.