TB TEST RESULTS!!!!

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Hello,

Ok I was originally born in Croatia Europe and moved here when I was 9 in 1996. While living in Croatia I was exposed to TB and my TB results always come up positive but I have always had a clear x-ray. Its dormant in me I guess since I was exposed.

Is this going to be an issue with getting accepted into the nursing program???? I am reading the instructions for the acceptance into the program for my college and it states you need a negative result on your TB, WELL i ALWAYS get positive and then have to do an X ray...AM I GOING TO GET ACCEPTED??????? IM WORRIED NOW!!!

HELLPPP

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While I can't speak for your program, generally speaking, a positive TB PPD test with a clear CXR means you're clear of active TB. That specific combo should be all you need for entry to school from that aspect of things.

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Thank you thats exactly what Im hoping!! :)

I have a clear xray each time..Its been a hastle for me for years and years but I just wanted to make sure I would be able to still apply and get accepted.

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If you have a positive skin test but a clear x-ray, you should be fine. Contact your school's nursing program for the most accurate information.

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