AFB Culture by LJ Method -Eye Swab
Also Known As
AFB Culture - Eye Swab, Mycobacterial Culture by L-J Method - Ocular Specimen, Löwenstein-Jensen Culture for Ocular Tuberculosis, AFB Culture - Conjun... Read more
Test Parameters Included
Mycobacterial Growth Detection (Positive/Negative) on Löwenstein-Jensen Solid MediumPathologist Clinical Microbiology Remark — correlated with ocular ... Read more
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Methodology
L-J Method
Sample Required
EYE SWAB
Preparation
No special patient preparation requiredAvoid applying topical ophthalmic antibiotics for 24–48 hours before sample collection if clinically feasibleSa... Read more
Schedule Report
6 weeks
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AFB Culture by L-J Method from Eye Swab used for?It detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis and other acid-fast bacilli causing ocular tuberculosis... Read more
Test Description
Test Code
A22Eye
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