Price:
Rs. 7,150.00
Sample Type: EXTRA PULMONARY
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What does the MTB Triple Combo Panel at Metropolis Healthcare include?
It includes molecular detection of TB DNA along with analysis of key resistance markers in extra-pulmonary samples.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this extra-pulmonary TB test?
Metropolis Healthcare uses highly sensitive PCR techniques to detect TB and resistance genes from various sterile-site specimens.
Who should take the MTB Triple Combo Panel at Metropolis Healthcare?
Patients with suspected extra-pulmonary TB involving lymph nodes, pleura, bones, abdomen, or other organs should consider this test.
How long do results take at Metropolis Healthcare?
Results are typically available within 3–5 days, depending on the sample type and complexity.
Is any special preparation needed for this test at Metropolis Healthcare?
No fasting is required; however, sample type (like tissue, pus, or fluid) must be collected as per clinical guidance.
Can this test at Metropolis Healthcare detect drug-resistant TB?
Yes, it identifies important genetic mutations that indicate resistance to major anti-TB drugs.
How accurate is the MTB Triple Combo Panel at Metropolis Healthcare?
Metropolis Healthcare ensures high accuracy through advanced molecular platforms and stringent quality control.
Is this test useful when routine TB tests are inconclusive at Metropolis Healthcare?
Yes, it is particularly effective for extra-pulmonary cases where conventional methods may fail to detect the infection.