Vivek Kumar Vivek Kumar Asked 6 months ago

Does walgreens administer tb tests?

I need to get a TB test done for my visa application. Can these kinds of tests be administered at a local chemist or pharmacy here, or do I have to visit a diagnostic lab or hospital?

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Aditi Rao Aditi Rao Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, Walgreens does administer TB skin tests (PPD) at their Healthcare Clinic or RediClinic locations, but not all stores have this facility. My doctor colleague in the US confirmed that you usually need to book an appointment online and return within 48 to 72 hours for the reading.

Karan Talwar Karan Talwar Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

They definitely do it, but remember you have to go back to let them look at your arm! Don't get the test and then fly off to another city, or you'll have to get poked all over again. Just check their app before going.

Sarabjit Singh Sarabjit Singh Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

I had to get this done for my US visa requirements. Yes, Walgreens does it, but make sure you don't go on a Thursday because they won't be open on the weekend to read the result. Go on a Monday or Tuesday to keep it simple.

Lata Mangeshkar Lata Mangeshkar Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Yes, they do provide this service at many of their clinics. Stay positive, eat well, and take care of your health. It is a very simple and routine test, so do not worry at all.

Harishchandra Joshi Harishchandra Joshi Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Yes, they do these modern tests at Walgreens clinics. While you go for your medical tests, remember to keep your immunity strong with tulsi and ginger tea. Always follow the proper medical procedures for these infectious diseases.

Priyanka Patel Priyanka Patel Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

From what I know, many Walgreens locations with a clinic do offer TB testing. Just call them beforehand to verify because sometimes they run out of the testing solution or don't have the certified staff on duty that day.

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Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Listen, they definitely do it, but don't just walk in blindly. Call your nearest Walgreens first and ask if the pharmacist is certified to do TB testing. Save yourself the trip.

Manish Sharma Manish Sharma Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, Walgreens administers them through their in-store clinics. It is a very practical option if your local hospital has long waiting times. Just verify if your insurance covers it before you go.

Rohan Das Rohan Das Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yeah, they do. I had to get one done last semester for my university joining. It's super easy, you can just book a slot on their website so you don't have to wait in line forever.

Ramu Prasad Ramu Prasad Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My nephew in America told me that Walgreens is like our local big chemist shop, and they easily do TB tests there. You just have to show them your card and they will help you nicely.

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