| Ex0037 AFB IDENTIFICATION RAPID; PNB TEST |
| Specimen: |
Submit pure growth of AFB on appropriate media in a screw-capped container in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated OR when used with other AFB culture tests, the pure growth obtained in the Laboratory from specimens already submitted will be processed for Mycobacterium TB Complex / MOTT identification. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 48 hrs |
1 month |
NA |
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| Method: |
Automated Fluorescent |
| Comment: |
This test can be used in conjunction with other AFB Cultures on specific requests as an additional test. For AFB Antibiotic Sensitivity, use appropriate test code. Request as additional tests. |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
PNB test differentiates Mycobacterium Tuberculosis complex (typical) from Atypical Mycobacteria. Helps in the selection of Anti-tubercular drugs. The First Line of Anti-tubercular drugs is usually less effective against MOTT bacilli. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Physician |
| Disease: |
Tuberculosis |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Biochemistry |
| Pre Test Information: |
No special preparation required |
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