Information about Required TB Screening
Mandatory Online Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Survey
In accordance with Missouri law (RS 199.290), and to ensure the health of all that attend/work at St. Louis Community College, we require all degree-seeking students, faculty and staff at all locations to complete an online screening for tuberculosis (TB).
For questions on this process, please contact:
Campus Admissions and Enrollment Services
314-539-5082
health@stlcc.edu
(please include your STLCC ID # in your message)
Tuberculosis Forms
After Survey Completion
Updated If you answered yes to any question on the TB survey within your admissions application the following actions are required:
- Get a TB test to determine if you have been exposed to the disease. A simple TB skin test will tell if you have ever had TB germs in your body. The test is quick and easy, and does not hurt. See below for a listing of locations offering free to low-cost TB testing.
- Have your TB test results read by a medical professional and submit to STLCC. Within 48 to 72 hours after getting the skin test, you must return to the location that conducted your TB test have your results read.
Test results should include your STLCC ID # and be submitted to:
STLCC, Central Student Records
5600 Oakland Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
By email:
health@stlcc.edu
(please include your STLCC ID # in your message)
By fax:
314-228-2152
TB Testing Locations
Testing for St. Louis City Residents
City of St. Louis Department of Health
1714 Olive Street
314-612-1400
Testing for St. Louis County Residents
St. Louis County Department of Health
6121 North Hanley Rd.
Berkeley, MO 63134
Phone: (314) 615-0500
4000 Jennings Station Rd.
Pine Lawn, MO 63121
Phone: (314) 679-7800
4580 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
Sunset Hills, MO 63127
Phone: (314) 615-0400
Testing for Jefferson County Residents
Jefferson County Health Department
405 Main Street
Hillsboro, MO 63050
Phone: 636-797-3737
1818 Lonedell Road
Arnold, MO 63010
Phone: 636-282-1010
Testing for Franklin County Residents
Franklin County Health Department
414 E Main St.
Union, Missouri 63084
Phone: 636-583-7300
Testing may be available at Walgreens or CVS locations
Testing is also available through your private physician
(Costs vary and may be covered by your insurance)
Tuberculosis - Frequently Asked Questions
Online Screening Survey FAQs
Q: What’s the difference between a TB screening survey and TB skin testing?
A: All degree-seeking students, faculty and staff are required to FIRST take the screening survey, which determines whether you are in a risk group for tuberculosis. If you answer “yes” answer to any question on the survey, you are required to be tested to rule out a diagnosis of tuberculosis.
Q: What happens to my student registration if I do not submit TB test documentation?
A: A registration hold will be placed on your student account for the following semester; the hold will not be released until the survey and any follow-up, if required, is completed.
Q: What is STLCC's policy for online students?
A: All degree-seeking STLCC students must complete the survey, including online students. Students enrolled entirely in online-only coursework may request a waiver for the required follow up. The waiver will be valid only for the current semester, and is contingent on the students enrollment in online classes only.
Q: Are dual credit and dual enrollment students required to take this survey?
A: No, only degree-seeking STLCC students must complete the survey.
TB Skin Test FAQs
Q: I have completed my TB skin test. Who do I submit my results to?
A: Students should submit documentation, including their STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.
Q: I have taken a TB (PPD) test recently, can I submit those results?
A: Yes, if the TB (PPD) test is negative and has been taken within the last 12 months. Students should submit documentation, including their STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.
Q: I can’t take a TB skin test for medical reasons. What do I need to do?
A: If you cannot take a skin test, you need to see a medical professional about another type of TB test to complete the requirement. Students should submit documentation from a medical provider, including their STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.
Q: I always show a false positive result when I take a TB skin test. What do I need to do?
A: If you have a false positive TB test, you will need to submit documentation from a medical provider that states you have been tested within the last 12 months and do not have TB. Students should submit documentation, including their STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.
Q: I no longer have TB, I have since taken medication and am cleared, what do I need to do?
A: Submit documentation from a medical provider/physician dated within the last 12 months that states you no longer have TB. Students should submit documentation, including their STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.
Q: My TB skin test indicated a negative result. What now?
A: Students should submit documentation, including their STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.
Q: My TB skin test indicated a positive result. What now?
A: If you test positive for TB via a skin test, further action is required. You need to follow up with a medical professional, which may include a chest x-ray. Once you have been cleared by a medical professional, submit your documentation, including STLCC ID #, via email to health@stlcc.edu or fax to 314-228-2152.