AFB Culture (VersaTREK) - Throat Swab
Also Known As
AFB Culture Throat Swab, Mycobacterial Culture VersaTREK, MGIT AFB Culture, Tuberculosis Culture Throat, Mycobacteria Detection Culture, Mycobacterial... Read more
Test Parameters Included
Mycobacterial Growth Indicator (MGIT) Positive/Negative - presence or absence of AFB growthPathologist Microbiology Remark - confirmed Mycobacterium t... Read more
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Methodology
Automated
Sample Required
THROAT SWAB
Preparation
No fasting requiredCollect specimen before starting anti-tubercular or antibiotic therapy for accurate culture yieldAvoid rinsing mouth with antisepti... Read more
Schedule Report
6 weeks
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
What does AFB Culture (VersaTREK) - Throat Swab detect?It detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex and non-tuberculous mycobacteria from throat spec... Read more
Test Description
Test Code
A21TS
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