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TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold)

The TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) is a simple blood test that checks your immune response to the germ that causes tuberculosis. It is also called a TB blood test, QFT-Plus, or an IGRA. You can book at participating labs on LabFinder and choose a time that works best for you.

What is TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) and what does it show

The TB blood test looks for signs that your immune system has encountered TB germs. It helps check for latent TB infection, which means the germs are still in the body even though you may not feel sick.

Who should get a TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) test

Common reasons: school, work, or travel screening, especially for healthcare, childcare, or long-term care jobs.After exposure: testing if you spent time with someone who has TB. Before treatment: screening before starting immune-suppressing medicines, such as some arthritis or bowel disease drugs. Symptoms and risk: a cough that lasts, fever, or weight loss with TB risk factors. If you are not sure this is right for you, please ask your doctor.

How long does a TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) test take and what to expect

You will check in, review your info, and have a small blood sample taken from your arm. Most visits take 15 to 30 minutes, and the blood draw itself takes only a few minutes. The team will guide you and keep you comfortable.

Is a TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) test safe and what are the risks

Yes, this is a quick, routine blood draw and is considered very safe. You might feel a quick pinch, notice a small bruise, or feel a little lightheaded for a moment afterward, but those effects usually fade quickly. Be sure to tell the staff if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, a rash or infection where blood will be drawn, or if you have fainted during blood draws before. They will take extra care to keep you comfortable. Recent live vaccines can affect results, so tell the team if you had one in the last few weeks.

How to prepare for a TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) test

Eat and drink as usual unless your doctor says otherwise. Drinking water can make the blood draw easier. Bring your photo ID and your insurance card. Wear sleeves that roll up easily. Tell the lab if you recently had a live vaccine or take immune-suppressing drugs. Always follow any instructions from your doctor or the lab, and bring prior TB test records if available.

Related conditions a TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) test may help evaluate

This test can help check for latent tuberculosis infection, possible active TB disease along with other exams, TB exposure after contact with someone who has TB, screening for work or school programs, and safety checks before starting certain immune-suppressing therapies. Your doctor will review your history and symptoms before recommending next steps.

Tests similar to TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) and how they differ

• TB Skin Test: a small amount is placed under the skin and you return in 48 to 72 hours for reading; prior BCG vaccine can cause a false positive.
• Chest X-ray: an imaging test used if a blood or skin test suggests TB or if symptoms are present; it looks for signs of active disease in the lungs.

Book TB Test (QuantiFERON-TB Gold) using LabFinder

You can compare locations, see time slots, and book online at participating labs. It is easy to search for a convenient location in your area or by city or ZIP. Many sites accept insurance, and coverage varies by plan and provider. We are here to make scheduling easy so you can take care of your health with confidence.

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Multi-Cancer Early Detection Test (Galleri®)

The Galleri Multi-Cancer Early-Detection Test

LabFinder is pleased to announce that we now offer the Galleri Multi-Cancer Early-Detection Test*, a single blood test that can screen for multiple cancers. The test is only available at the New York City HEMO locations. *The Galleri test is recommended for use in adults with an elevated risk for cancer, such as those aged 50 or older. It is intended to be used in addition to, and not replace, other cancer screening tests.

What is the Galleri Test?

• Screens for a signal shared by 50+ cancers, including fast-spreading, aggressive cancers that don't show symptoms in early stages, such as pancreatic and ovarian.
• Looks for signals associated with active cancer but does not predict your future genetic risk for cancer.
• If a cancer signal is detected, Galleri predicts the tissue type or organ associated with the cancer signal.

Who qualifies for the Galleri Test?

This test is recommended for adults with an elevated risk for cancer, such as those aged 50 or older, or with a family history of cancer. Please note use of Galleri is not recommended in individuals who are pregnant, 21 years old or younger, or undergoing active cancer treatment. Talk to us to determine if the test is right for you.

How do I access it?

If you are interested in the Galleri test, please book through LabFinder at a HEMO location. Please note there is a limited supply, so reserve your tests as soon as possible.

How much does it cost?

This test is self pay for $999, which includes doctor's oversight.

Please Note:

The Galleri test does not detect a signal for all cancers and not all cancers can be detected in the blood. False positive and false negative results do occur. Galleri should be used in addition to healthcare provider recommended screening tests. Learn more by visiting Blood Test for Cancer Screening | Galleri® or watching this short video. Review Important Safety Information. Labfinder, LLC and Hemo, LLC are not manufacturers of the test kit and make no representation or warranty concerning the product, results, accuracy or efficacy. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice.

References

US-GA-2100099-3

1. Klein EA, Richards D, Cohn A, et al. Clinical validation of a targeted methylation-based multi-

cancer early detection test using an independent validation set. Ann Oncol. 2021;32(9):1167-1177. doi: 10.1016/j.annonc.2021.05.806.

Important Safety Information

The Galleri test is recommended for use in adults with an elevated risk for cancer, such as those aged 50 or older. The Galleri test does not detect all cancers and should be used in addition to routine cancer screening tests recommended by a healthcare provider. Galleri is intended to detect cancer signals and predict where in the body the cancer signal is located. Use of Galleri is not recommended in individuals who are pregnant, 21 years old or younger, or undergoing active cancer treatment. Results should be interpreted by a healthcare provider in the context of medical history, clinical signs and symptoms. A test result of “No Cancer Signal Detected” does not rule out cancer. A test result of “Cancer Signal Detected” requires confirmatory diagnostic evaluation by medically established procedures (e.g.imaging) to confirm cancer. If cancer is not confirmed with further testing, it could mean that cancer is not present or testing was insufficient to detect cancer, including due to the cancer being located in a different part of the body. False-positive (a cancer signal detected when cancer is not present) and false-negative (a cancer signal not detected when cancer is present) test results do occur. Rx only. Laboratory / Test Information GRAIL’s clinical laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The Galleri test was developed, and its performance characteristics were determined by GRAIL. The Galleri test has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. GRAIL’s clinical laboratory is regulated under CLIA to perform high-complexity testing. The Galleri test is intended for clinical purposes.

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