AFB Culture (VersaTREK) - Eye Swab
Also Known As
AFB Culture - Ocular Specimen, Mycobacterial Eye Culture, VersaTREK AFB Culture, Ocular Tuberculosis Culture, Mycobacterium Culture from Eye
Test Parameters Included
Mycobacterial Culture Yield (CFU/mL) - quantitative growth detectionPathologist Microbiology Remark - mapped against AFB identification and drug susce... Read more
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Methodology
Automated
Sample Required
EYE SWAB
Preparation
No fasting requiredRemove contact lenses 24 hours before sample collectionAvoid eye makeup and topical medications 12 hours before testSample: sterile... Read more
Schedule Report
6 weeks
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AFB Culture (VersaTREK) - Eye Swab used for?This test detects and identifies Mycobacterium species (including M. tuberculosis) from eye swab s... Read more
Test Description
Test Code
A21Eye
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