Price:
Rs. 2,965.00
Sample Type: PURE CULTURE
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):
1. What is the AFB Antibiogram for MTB Complex – Moxifloxacin Test?
This test determines the susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to moxifloxacin using a pure bacterial culture.
2. Why is this test important?
It helps identify fluoroquinolone-resistant TB strains, guiding effective treatment for MDR-TB and XDR-TB.
3. Who should undergo this test?
Patients with treatment-resistant or relapsed tuberculosis may be recommended this test.
4. How is the test performed?
At Metropolis Healthcare, a pure MTB culture is tested against moxifloxacin to assess bacterial resistance or sensitivity.
5. What do the results indicate?
A sensitive result means the bacteria respond to moxifloxacin, while a resistant result indicates the need for alternative drugs.
6. Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test is safe and carried out under strict biosafety laboratory conditions.
7. Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare provides accurate, fast, and reliable TB drug resistance testing with advanced diagnostic technology for precise treatment planning.