Description

The purpose of this test is to determine a positive/negative result

New Century Labs display: This test is a blood-based interferon Gamma release assay IGRA and used as an aid in the diagnosis of mycobacterium TB infection. It is an immune response-based indirect test for M TB infection including the disease. Guidelines recommend testing for individuals who have been exposed to a person with latent or active TB including the general population and healthcare workers. Are from a TB-endemic country, facilities which include homeless shelters, nursing homes, have HIV or substance use disorders.