Is PPD the same as TB and how often do I need to be tested for TB?The Tuberculosis skin test is also known as the Mantoux screening test, tuberculin sensitivity test, Pirquet test, or PPD (purified protein derivative) test. IntelliCentrics follows the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for testing those who work in a healthcare setting. A TB skin test may be required annually, required twice 30 days apart then annually, or less frequently depending on the risk factor of TB in the facility. The document should reflect a negative result (less than 10mm). If the result is positive, your qualified medical provider will require an X-ray. Please submit the results of the X-ray with a statement from your qualified medical provider that you are free of TB symptoms. This letter, not the X-ray, may need to be updated and submitted annually, required twice 30 days apart then annually, or less frequently depending on the risk factor of TB in the facility.For your convenience, you may also purchase and order a IntelliCentrics Drug & Titer Testing QuantiFERON-TB Gold Test through SEC3URE:
Once purchased, look for the Schedule button under Drug & Titer Testing to schedule your test through ClearStar. Your SEC3URE profile is updated automatically with the test results (please allow 3-5 business days).
Once purchased, look for the Schedule button under Drug & Titer Testing to schedule your test through ClearStar. Your SEC3URE profile is updated automatically with the test results (please allow 3-5 business days).
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Select the My Subscriptions tile. Under SEC3URE Add-Ons look for Drug & Titer Testing and then select the Tuberculosis (TB) Titer Purchase button. On the Add Service page, scroll down and then select Tuberculosis (TB) Titer to Add to Cart.
Select the Credentials tile. Look for the outstanding Tuberculosis credential requirement, expand it, and then select the Purchase button. On the Add Service page, scroll down and then select Tuberculosis (TB) Titer to Add to Cart.