TB Skin Test (PPD) in North Vancouver – Fast & Professional Service
The TB skin test (PPD test) helps determine whether you have been exposed to tuberculosis bacteria. Our North Vancouver clinic offers quick, reliable TB testing by qualified healthcare professionals, with timely results and proper documentation.
How Does It Work?
A private TB skin test (Mantoux test) is a quick and simple procedure to check for tuberculosis infection. A small amount of TB protein is injected just under the skin of your forearm. After 48–72 hours, you return to the clinic so a healthcare professional can check the site for any reaction. The size of the reaction determines whether further testing or follow-up is needed.
Testing is performed by trained medical staff in a private clinic setting, ensuring accurate results, fast appointments, and personalized guidance. It’s commonly required for work, school, travel, or immigration purposes.
Common Questions About TB Skin Testing:
Who Need TB Skin Testing?
Healthcare workers and others in high-risk settings,
Those who work with populations more likely to have TB (e.g., long-term care facilities, hospitals, correctional facilities)
​Students Entering Healthcare Professional Programs
Students in programs such as nursing, medicine, dental hygiene, pharmacy, and allied health typically must complete TB screening before clinical placements.
RCMP Officers
RCMP members may be required to undergo TB testing because their duties can involve:
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Work in correctional or detention settings
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Close contact with diverse populations, including vulnerable groups
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Travel or postings to regions or communities with higher TB prevalence
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Individuals Working with High-Risk Populations
People who work closely with groups at higher risk of TB exposure or infection are often screened. This includes staff in:
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Homeless shelters
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Correctional facilities
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Long-term care homes
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Substance use treatment centers
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Newcomer or refugee support services