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AFB Culture by LJ Method - SWAB

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Also Known As

AFB Culture by LJ Method, Mycobacterial Culture from Swab, Löwenstein-Jensen AFB Culture, Tuberculosis Culture Test, Mycobacterium tuberculosis Cultur... Read more

Test Parameters Included

AFB (Acid-Fast Bacilli) Culture Result - Positive/Negative with colony count (CFU/mL) on Löwenstein-Jensen mediumPathologist Microbiology Remark - cor... Read more

Department

MICROBIOLOGY

Methodology

L-J Method

Sample Required

SWAB

Preparation

No fasting requiredSwab should be collected before starting anti-tubercular therapy for accurate resultsAvoid topical antiseptics at collection site 2... Read more

Schedule Report

6 weeks

Emergency Report

Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

What does AFB Culture by LJ Method detect?It detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis and other acid-fast bacilli from swab specimens (sputum, wound, pus, b... Read more

Test Description

AFB Culture by LJ Method - SWAB Examination What it Detects This test specifically looks for the presence of mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria... Read more

Test Code

A22SWab

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