AFB Culture (VersaTREK) - Ear Swab
Also Known As
AFB Culture Ear Swab, Mycobacterial Culture (VersaTREK) - Ear Specimen, Tuberculosis Culture Ear Swab, Mycobacteria Culture from Ear, AFB Culture Vers... Read more
Test Parameters Included
Mycobacterium tuberculosis and non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) culture result - positive or negativePathologist Microbiology Remark - correlated wi... Read more
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Methodology
Automated
Sample Required
EAR SWAB
Preparation
No fasting requiredDo not apply ear drops, ointments, or antibiotics for at least 48 hours before sample collection if clinically safeKeep the ear dry... Read more
Schedule Report
6 weeks
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AFB Culture (VersaTREK) on an ear swab?It is a laboratory test that uses the automated VersaTREK system to detect and grow Mycobacterium tuber... Read more
Test Description
Test Code
A21E
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