Can pregnant women get a tb test?

Question

I recently came into contact with someone who tested positive for TB. My doctor suggested I get tested. Is it safe for pregnant women to get a TB test, or are there any risks involved for the baby?

Abhishek Banerjee · Accepted Answer

Man, with all these pregnancy tests, blood tests, and scans, my wife was already a pin cushion, and then she had to get a TB test for her visa! Honestly, the skin test is completely fine and safe, but just let the lab guys know about the pregnancy beforehand so they are extra gentle.

Shalini Nair · Answer

Yes, absolutely. Both the TB skin test (Mantoux) and the blood test are safe to take during pregnancy. If you are high risk or need it for work, go ahead, but just make sure to inform your gynecologist before getting it done.

Meera Rawat · Answer

I was crying and so terrified when my doctor ordered a TB test during my second trimester, thinking it would affect my baby. But the medical team was so reassuring and explained that untreated TB is far more dangerous than the simple skin test. It went perfectly fine.

Rohan Hegde · Answer

The standard prenatal guidelines on my health tracker show that TB screening is safe for expecting mothers, especially if there's been exposure. The skin test uses a tiny injection of purified protein which doesn't harm the baby at all.

Sandeep Gill · Answer

My wife had to get tested because we had a close relative diagnosed with TB when our child was on the way. The doctor reassured us that the skin test is totally safe during pregnancy. It is always better to get tested and be sure for the baby's safety.

Can pregnant women get a tb test?

5 answers

Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

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