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If you work in a hospital or lab where exposure to TB is possible then get a TB skin test every 6 months to a year, depending on your work setting.

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How often can a ppd test be administered?

a ppd test can be given every month


Should you get a ppd shot if you were sick recently with flu?

The PPD is a test for exposure to tuberculosis. There is no reason not to get this test if you were recently stick with the flu.


How often should you get ppd test?

If you work in a hospital or lab where exposure to TB is possible then get a TB skin test every 6 months to a year, depending on your work setting.


What is a PPD test?

Other names for a tuberculin skin test. PPD stands for purified protein derivative.


Is there a wait time for varicella after a PPD test?

There's no wait time for varicella vaccine after a PPD. There's a wait for PPD after varicella vaccine.


What is the ICD-9 code for history of positive PPD test in the past - 795.51?

The PPD test is the test for tuberculosis. The correct code for a positive test in the past is V12.01 for a personal history of tuberculosis.


What do a positive ppd test in the military mean?

Ppd test is a terbuculosis test. They put a needle under your skin and a bubble is there. Within 24 hours if the bubble doesn't disappear, You have T.b. =(


Can PPD test site get wet?

no u cannot wet it and you should keep it uncovered Dr Salma MAS.


Can Prednisone effect a PPD test?

prednisolone may cause immunosuppression and thus reduce immune reaction of ppd test


What is the name of the test that sHow is exposure to tb?

It is a PPD


What does PPD test stand for?

Standard definitions for ppd are: 1) Postpaid and 2) Prepaid. For convenience, some may use it as shorthand for "pounds per day," or some other non-standard abbreviations.


Can you get a tattoo if you are allergic to Henna or PPD?

Even if you are allergic to henna or PPD you can get a tattoo, but you should not and you will regret it if you do.