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AFB Culture by LJ Method - Ascitic Flucid

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Also Known As

AFB Culture Ascitic Fluid, Mycobacterial Culture LJ Method, Tuberculous Ascites Culture, Acid-Fast Bacilli Culture, TB Culture from Ascites, Lowenstei... Read more

Test Parameters Included

Mycobacterium tuberculosis culture positivity (CFU/mL) on Lowenstein-Jensen mediumPathologist Microbiology Remark - reported as AFB positive or negati... Read more

Department

MICROBIOLOGY

Methodology

L-J Method

Sample Required

ASCITIC FLUID

Preparation

No, fasting is generally not required before an AFB culture by LJ method on a pleural fluid sample; most healthcare providers will not ask you to fast... Read more

Schedule Report

6 weeks

Emergency Report

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What does AFB Culture by LJ Method in ascitic fluid detect?It detects the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in ascitic fluid, helping diagnose tu... Read more

Test Description

AFB Culture by LJ Method - Ascitic Flucid Examination What it detects This test is used to diagnose tuberculous peritonitis, a form of TB where the b... Read more

Test Code

A22A

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