Tuberculosis (TB): Tests & Treatments at University of Colorado Hospital

Tests for Tuberculosis (TB)

Skin test – a small amount of testing fluid is injected under your skin. The test is read a few days later to determine if there is swelling at the injection. The swelling is measured to check for a positive or negative infection.

Treatments for Tuberculosis (TB)

Medication – A number of medications are used to treat TB.