Price:
Rs. 1,250.00
Sample Type: BONE MARROW
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a free home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You will get a payment link in 2 hours. You can make the payment online or pay cash to the technician.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
1. What is the AFB Rapid Culture – Bone Marrow Test?
This test identifies acid-fast bacilli (AFB) such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis in bone marrow samples using rapid culture methods.
2. Why is this test important?
It helps diagnose disseminated or bone marrow tuberculosis, especially in patients with systemic infections or weakened immunity.
3. Who should undergo this test?
Patients with persistent fever, weight loss, or unexplained anemia, and those suspected of systemic TB, may be advised to take this test.
4. How is the test performed?
At Metropolis Healthcare, a bone marrow sample is collected under sterile conditions and analyzed using advanced rapid culture systems for mycobacterial detection.
5. What do the results indicate?
A positive result confirms a mycobacterial infection in the bone marrow, while a negative result indicates no detectable TB bacteria.
6. Are there any risks associated with the test?
The procedure is generally safe, though minor discomfort or soreness may occur at the collection site.
7. Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare provides precise and rapid AFB detection using state-of-the-art culture technology and expert microbiological interpretation for accurate tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment guidance.