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Test Details

Acid Fast Bacilli (AFB) Culture

General Info:

Description:

Acid Fast Bacilli Culture is used for the diagnosing of active Mycobacteria tuberculosis infections and nontuberculous mycobacterial infections. This test uses Mycobacteria Growth Indicator Tube (system) and solid media. If positive for M. tuberculosis, sensitivities will be performed to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Various fluids and tissues, Aspirates, Sputum, Bronchial lavage, and Urine

Container Type: 

Sterile Cup

Volume: 

3 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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