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It is an injection given just under the skin to test for a reaction. Once the TB skin test is given the student must return 48-72 hours after to have the test read. A positive reaction may indicate the individual has been exposed to TB or has active TB. If an individual tests positive to confirm the person has active TB a chest x-ray is taken.
