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Can I get the influenza vaccine the same day as a TB skin test?

Question: 
Can I get the influenza vaccine the same day as a TB skin test? 
 
Answer: 
The influenza vaccine can be given at the same time or at any time before or after a TB skin test (Mantoux test) is done. Influenza vaccines will not affect the result of the TB test. 
 
Date last reviewed: 
Wednesday, Nov 03, 2021