Chest X-ray
TB skin test
Blood work (baseline CBC, renal and liver function, HBV)
Ensure all immunizations are current.
Wait at least four weeks to start following administration of live vaccination.
Pneumococcal vaccination recommended for adult patients.
Recommend vaccinations: HAV, HBV, HPV, and Tdap
Refer to CANIBD Vaccination Guidelines for further information.9
Use with caution in patients with chronic or recurrent infection.