Niral Patel, MD

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HI. I was born in Russia, and there I got immunization shots for TB in my arm. However, when I moved to the US, those records were not transferred over, and while my current job requires proof of a TB test, I cannot get one because it would prove positive for TB due to the immunization. Is there any thing I can do, or anyone I can see, who can confirm that immunization? I have scars on my arm to prove it. Thanks, Val

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Having a positive test because you received the BCG vaccine is very common. Your job wants to know if you have active TB. There are two ways to get this done. One option is to have the Mantoux test(ppd test) done where they place medication under your skin and check within 48-72 hrs if the test is positive. If positive then you will need chest xray to prove you have no signs of active TB. Other option is to have a blood draw test called a Quantiferon test(more expensive if paying out of pocket) that if negative will require no further workup.