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Specialty Tests
TB Gold QuantiFERON Plus
Blood test to detect tuberculosis infection. More specific than skin test and requires only one visit. No boosting effect on subsequent tests.
CPT code
86480
Turnaround time
24–72 hours
Fasting required
No fasting needed
Collection container
Green Top (Heparin)
About this test
Blood test to detect tuberculosis infection. More specific than skin test and requires only one visit. No boosting effect on subsequent tests.
Specimen requirements
Collection container
Green Top (Heparin)
green top
Specimen
Whole Blood
Specimen stability
3 Days Refrigerated
Storage
Refrigerated (2-8°C)
How to prepare
- 1
Bring a valid photo ID to your appointment
- 2
Plan for a 15–30 minute visit