Question

A 27-year-old refugee from a high TB prevalence country presents for primary care. BCG vaccination scar is present. Which screening approach aligns with current recommendations?

Accepted Answer

Interferon-γ release assay is preferred

Answer

No screening unless symptomatic

Answer

Tuberculin skin test only

Answer

Chest radiograph only

Answer

Sputum culture for all new immigrants

Practice question

A 27-year-old refugee from a high TB prevalence country presents for primary care. BCG vaccination scar is present. Which screening approach aligns with current recommendations?