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How is the TST Administered? The TST is performed by injecting 0.1 ml of tuberculin purified protein derivative (PPD) into the inner surface of the forearm. The injection should be made with a tuberculin syringe, with the needle bevel facing upward. The TST is an intradermal injection.

Tuberculin skin testing may be completed and certified in writing by a registered nurse or a licensed practical nurse instead of a licensed physician, licensed physician's assistant or certified nurse practitioner.

Ohio does not have a specific law for TB testing of health care workers or residents of health care facilities.

TSTs should be interpreted by a trained healthcare worker. Use Table 3 below to interpret TSTs. Call the Ohio Department of Health, TB Program at (614) 466-2381 regarding TST reactions when interpretation and medical follow-up are unclear. Use the table below to determine when a reaction is positive.

The tuberculin skin test must be given and read by a professional who has been trained to do this, and has been informed of the most recent guidelines in tuberculosis control. Never allow anyone other than a nurse or physician to read a tuberculin skin test.

Tuberculin skin tests should be administered and read by trained healthcare personnel.

TB testing – $7​ (have to be able to come back to my office for the reading)