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Tuberculosis Factsheet

TB Skin Test Ruler

Wording on the Ruler
  • Measure 48-72 hours after injection
  • Measure across the forearm
  • Measure the diameter of induration (not the erythema / redness)
  • Record in millimetres (mm)
Positive TB skin tests are reportable to Toronto Public Health

To order the TB skin test ruler,
Call the TB Prevention and Control Program at
416-338-7600
or e-mail targettb@toronto.ca


Download the PDF version of the ruler (PDF file size 31KB)

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