Price:
Rs. 3,900.00
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 Xpert XDR Rapid Panel at Metropolis Healthcare include?
It detects TB bacteria and identifies genetic markers indicating resistance to critical first-line and second-line anti-TB medications.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this extra-pulmonary XDR test?
Metropolis Healthcare uses advanced Xpert molecular technology to amplify TB DNA and resistance mutations directly from extra-pulmonary samples.
Who should undergo the MTB Xpert XDR Rapid Panel (Extra Pulmonary) at Metropolis Healthcare?
Patients with suspected drug-resistant extra-pulmonary TB affecting organs such as lymph nodes, pleura, spine, abdomen, or CNS should consider this test.
How long do results take at Metropolis Healthcare?
Results are typically available within the same day or 24 hours due to the rapid, automated detection system.
Is any special preparation required for this test at Metropolis Healthcare?
No preparation is needed, but sample collection (fluid, tissue, pus, etc.) must follow clinical guidance.
Can this test at Metropolis Healthcare detect extensive drug resistance?
Yes, it identifies resistance to multiple drug classes, including fluoroquinolones and second-line injectable agents.
How accurate is the MTB Xpert XDR Rapid Panel at Metropolis Healthcare?
Metropolis Healthcare uses globally validated Xpert technology and strict quality protocols for high diagnostic accuracy.
Is this test useful when routine tests fail to detect extra-pulmonary TB at Metropolis Healthcare?
Yes, it is especially beneficial in smear-negative or difficult-to-diagnose extra-pulmonary TB cases.