Public Health Department

“…working to enhance our community’s total well-being by promoting healthy lifestyles, protecting health, and preventing disease.”

Tuberculosis (TB) Testing

When can I get a TB test?

TB skin tests are done at the Health Department from 8:00 am - 11:00 am & 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. TB tests are read no sooner than 48 hours and no later than 72 hours after the skin test is given. Refer to the table below for testing and reading dates and locations. No appointment is needed; the cost is $15.00.

Location	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Battle Creek	8:00 to 11:00 1:00 to 4:00 Read Wed. or Thurs.	8:00 to 11:00 1:00 to 4:00 Read Thurs. or Fri.	8:00 to 11:00 1:00 to 4:00 Read Fri. only		8:00 to 11:00 1:00 to 4:00 Read Mon. only
Albion	8:00 to 11:00 1:00 to 4:00 Read Wed. or Thurs.		8:00 to 11:00 1:00 to 4:00 Read Fri. only
$15.00 or Current Medicaid card

How long is the TB test good for?

Your employer or licenser will determine how often you need TB clearance.

What does a positive TB test mean?

A positive TB test means that someone has been exposed to the TB germ and follow-up evaluation is needed.

How do I get more information on TB?

Calhoun County Public Health Department
Phone: (269) 969-6334

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov/nchstp/tb/pubs/tbfactsheets/ichcs.htm

Calhoun County
315 West Green Street
Marshall, MI 49068
Phone: (269) 781-0700
Fax: (269) 781-0140

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