Frequently Asked Questions about tuberculosis Where do I get a
TB test? Public Health - Seattle & King County no longer
provides TB testing for work or school purposes. This service
can be provided by your private medical provider, community
health center or occupational health center in your area. What
are the reporting requirements for TB? Physicians are required
by state law to report suspected cases of active TB to the
county health department within one day. Do not wait for culture
confirmation, which may take up to two months. Delayed reporting
may contribute to the development of multi-drug resistance and
to increased transmission of infection and disease if contact
investigation is delayed. You do not need to refer the case,
only report. How do I report a case of TB? To report a case of
tuberculosis, call the TB Control Program at 206-744-4579, Press
4. What is tuberculosis (TB)? Tuberculosis, also called TB, is
an infectious disease caused by a bacterium named Mycobacterium
tuberculosis. TB usually i