Anil Kumar Anil Kumar Asked 8 months ago

How many days after tb test is it read?

My company asked all employees to get a TB test done, and I went yesterday. The nurse told me they'd call with results, but I forgot to ask when exactly they read the test to see if it's positive or negative.

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Arjun Mehta Arjun Mehta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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According to most medical trackers, a TB skin test (Mantoux) must be read between 48 and 72 hours after it is administered. Make sure you set a calendar reminder, because if you miss this 2-3 day window, you'll have to get it done all over again.

Drishya Nair Drishya Nair Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

My doctor specifically told me that the reading has to be done strictly within 48 to 72 hours. He said if you come after 72 hours, the skin reaction might fade or change, making the result completely invalid. So plan your clinic visit accordingly.

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Nisha Vyas Nisha Vyas Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

The test needs to be read in 2 to 3 days. While you wait, just eat simple, clean food and avoid touching or putting any home creams on the injection site, as it might mess up the skin reaction.

Sarika Pathak Sarika Pathak Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

The Mantoux test requires you to return to the doctor after 48 to 72 hours. Do not let them read it before 48 hours or after 72 hours, as the measurement of the swelling won't be accurate.

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Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about the bump on your arm! Just go back to the clinic exactly 2 or 3 days after the injection so the nurse can look at it. It's a very standard process, you'll be fine.

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