The applicant’s health assessment has been deferred as I do not have sufficient information to determine whether or not they meet the health requirement.
The applicant must complete the following additional assessments and/or provide the additional information specified below:
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The recent chest CT scan has confirmed the presence hilar lymphadenopathy. As yet the aetiology
is unclear. Further respiratory specialist (pulmonologist) investigation and report required for current status regarding tuberculosis. Please include the following information:- Clinical examination findings;- Results of 3 current smears and cultures (sputum samples taken on 3 different mornings, or other appropriate specimens as clinically indicated) and cultures for Mycobacterium tuberculosis (plus DST if cultures are positive).- Old chest x-rays for comparison (if available). Reports can be submitted
if images available are not digital.- Repeat PA image 3 months after the initial CXR- Any previous reports regarding any treatment of tuberculosis;If TB has been excluded, please exclude other pathology that could cause the abnormal x-ray findings.
Medical Officer of the Commonwealth Position Number: BUPA002