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TB Screening - National Association for Family Child Care - nafcc 2026

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The document outlines the requirements for tuberculosis (TB) screening for family child care providers and their assistants. It includes sections for personal information, TB screening status, and a health care professional's verification of the results. The document specifies conditions under which a provider can work with children based on their TB test results, emphasizing that the screening is valid for two years.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by filling in your name and selecting whether you are a Child Care Provider or an Assistant. Ensure your contact number is accurate.
Next, provide your complete address, including city, state, and zip code.
In the TB screening status section, check the appropriate box that reflects your TB test results. If applicable, enter the date of your test.
If a health care professional has completed your TB screening, ensure their signature is included along with the date and their contact information.
Review all entries for accuracy before saving or exporting the completed form.

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What happens if a child tests positive for TB?

Children with a positive test but no symptoms have latent disease. They can remain in this stage for a very long time. They do not have any symptoms and they do not spread the disease to others. If TB remains untreated in the body, it may activate at any time.

What is the AAP screening for TB?

In 2024, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) changed their recommendation from limiting the use of IGRAs to children aged older than 2 years to using these tests in children of any age. In fact, IGRAs are preferred in most cases, but particularly in children vaccinated with BCG.

Why do schools ask for a TB test?

The goal is not only to identify those with latent TB infection but to ensure that if found, it is treated effectively to prevent active disease. Understanding the requirements and steps involved ensures youre well-prepared and can help maintain a healthy and safe school environment.

Why do daycares test for TB?

The CDC estimates that about 13 million people in the U.S. have latent TB infection, with a risk of developing active TB at some point in their lives. Schools and childcare centers are at higher risk due to close-contact environments, making routine TB testing an essential precautionary measure.

Why would a TB test be required?

You may need a TB test if you have: Symptoms of TB disease. Spent time with someone who has active TB disease. Factors that put you at higher risk of developing active TB disease.

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What are the guidelines for TB screening for children?

Testing for TB infection There are two types of tests for TB infection: the TB blood test and the TB skin test. Current CDC guidelines recommend the TB skin test as the method of testing for children younger than 5 years of age, while noting that some experts use TB blood tests in younger children.

How to do TB screening test for kids?

The doctor will arrange for some tests to see if your child has been infected with TB. Mantoux test (tuberculin skin test): A skin (scratch) test is done to see whether the child has been exposed to the TB bacteria. A small amount of fluid is injected into the skin on the forearm through the scratch.

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