AFB Culture by LJ Method - Any sample
Also Known As
AFB Culture by L-J Medium, Mycobacterial Culture, TB Culture, Löwenstein-Jensen Culture, Acid-Fast Bacilli Culture, Mycobacterium Culture
Test Parameters Included
AFB Culture by Löwenstein-Jensen (L-J) Medium - qualitative mycobacterial growth detectionPathologist Microbiology Remark - reported as positive/negat... Read more
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Methodology
L-J Method
Sample Required
ANY SAMPLE ( Fluid, Sputum, Or Urine )
Preparation
No, fasting is not required for an AFB culture test using the LJ method; you can eat normally before the test as no special preparation is needed for ... Read more
Schedule Report
28 Days 1 week TAT first report, and 8 weeks for final report.
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AFB Culture by L-J Method?It is a microbiological culture test that detects Acid-Fast Bacilli (mainly Mycobacterium tuberculosis) using Löwens... Read more
Test Description
Test Code
A22
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