AFB Culture by LJ Method - Ascitic Flucid
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
Test Code
A22A
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