If you need a Tuberculosis (TB) test in Hawaii, it’s important to know where to go and when. This guide provides information on TB testing locations across Hawaii, ensuring you can easily access the services you need for TB clearance and screening.
Main TB Clinic Site on O‘ahu: Lanakila Health Center
Lanakila Health Center serves as the primary TB testing and screening center on O‘ahu. They welcome walk-ins and offer a convenient schedule for those needing a TB skin test (TST).
Lanakila Health Center Address and Contact:
LANAKILA HEALTH CENTER
1700 Lanakila Avenue, Ground Floor
(Main Entrance faces Oceanside of Building)
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-5731
Walk-ins are accepted with no appointment necessary.
Screening Hours and Test Days:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:45am – 3:30pm
- Thursday*: 7:45am – 3:30pm (limited services – risk assessment clearances, 2-step skin tests, and chest x-rays only)
Important Notes for Lanakila Health Center:
- Arrive Early: To ensure you receive service, especially for testing, reading, or chest x-rays, it’s recommended to arrive well before the closing time of 3:30 pm. Client volume can be high, and service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis for those in line before closing.
- Thursday Services: Note that Thursdays have limited service offerings, primarily focusing on risk assessments, 2-step skin tests, and chest x-rays.
- Chest X-ray Availability: To confirm chest x-ray services are available on a given day, it is advisable to call (808) 832-5731 beforehand.
- COVID-19 Recommendations: While not mandates, Lanakila Health Center suggests wearing face masks, especially for unvaccinated and immunocompromised individuals. Social distancing and minimizing accompanying family members are also recommended to reduce crowding.
Additional Public Health Nursing (PHN) Sites Across Hawaii
Beyond Lanakila Health Center, TB testing is also available at various Public Health Nursing (PHN) sites throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
Click Here for PHN TB Clinic Schedule
(Effective June 15, 2023)
Oahu PHN Sites:
- Central Oahu (Wahiawā): (808) 453-6190
- East Honolulu: (808) 733-9220
- Leeward Oahu (Waipahu): (808) 675-0073
- Windward Oahu (Kaneohe): (808) 233-5450
Hawaii Island PHN Sites:
- Hilo: (808) 974-6025
- Kailua-Kona: (808) 322-1500
- Waimea: (808) 887-8116 or 887-8117
Maui and Lanai PHN: (808) 984-8260
Molokai PHN: (808) 553-7880
Kauai PHN: (808) 241-3387
Please use the provided phone numbers to contact the specific PHN site for their operating hours and to confirm TB testing availability.
Hawaii TB Control Program Portal
For added convenience, the Hawaii TB Control Program offers an online portal.
Visit: https://tb.ehawaii.gov/welcome.html
Through this portal, you can register and create a patient account before visiting a TB clinic. However, note that TB clearances cannot be requested via this online system.
For urgent or emergency TB testing needs, please call Lanakila Health Center directly at (808) 832-5731 to speak with TB staff.
For general inquiries or further details, you can also call (808) 832-5731 during business hours, Monday to Friday, 7:45 am to 4:30 pm, excluding holidays.
This information is updated as of April 8, 2024, but it is always best to confirm details directly with the testing location before your visit to ensure you have the most current information on Where To Get A Tb Test in Hawaii.
