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How do you document PPD results?

How do you document PPD results?

Record

1. Record the exact measurement in millimeters of induration on the Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test Record Form.
2. Record the date and time the test was read, the name and signature of the person who read the skin test, and the presence or absence of adverse effects (i.e., blistering, redness, and swelling)

How do I fill out a PPD form?

Who needs the PPD Skin Test Form?…How to fill out the Tuberculosis Skin Test Form?

1. The name of the healthcare specialist administering the test;
2. The patient’s name;
3. Location of the test;
4. Date when the injection is made;
5. Site;
6. Lot number;
7. Expiration date;
8. Date the result is read;

How do I check my TB skin test results?

TST Basics

1. The TST is an intradermal injection of 0.1 ml of tuberculin (PPD) on the inner surface of the forearm. The skin test reaction should be read between 48 and 72 hours after administration.
2. The reaction should be measured in millimeters of induration (palpable, raised, hardened area or swelling).

What is a TB screening form?

Test (TST). This form is to be used for persons who are required to have TB screening for employment, post-secondary educational. institution admission, long term residential care admission, correctional facility intake, or fulfillment of other statute or regulation.

What does a negative PPD test look like?

The test is “negative” if there is no bump (or only a very small bump) at the spot where the fluid was injected. A negative TB skin test usually means that you don’t have TB. In some situations, you may need to have another TB skin test later.

How can I get negative PPD results?

Place “0” of ruler line on the inside left edge of the induration. Read ruler line on the inside right edge of the induration (use lower measurement if between two gradations on mm scale)….Reading

1. Do not record as “positive” or “negative”.
2. Only record measurement in millimetres.
3. If no induration, record as 0 mm.

What happens if my TB test is positive?

A “positive” TB blood test result means you probably have TB germs in your body. Most people with a positive TB blood test have latent TB infection. To be sure, your doctor will examine you and do a chest x-ray. You may need other tests to see if you have latent TB infection or active TB disease.

What does a negative TB test look like after 48 hours?

If the area of skin where you received the PPD injection isn’t swollen or is only slightly swollen 48 to 72 hours after the injection, the test results are negative. A negative result means that you most likely haven’t been infected with the bacteria that cause TB.

What is a 2 part TB test?

A 2-Step TST is recommended for initial skin testing of adults who will be periodically retested, such as healthcare workers. A 2 step is defined as two TST’s done within 1month of each other.