Price:
Rs. 1,250.00
Sample Type: CSF
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 – CSF Test?
This test detects acid-fast bacilli (AFB) such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) using rapid culture methods.
2. Why is this test important?
It helps diagnose tuberculous meningitis and other CNS mycobacterial infections, allowing for early and accurate treatment.
3. Who should undergo this test?
Patients with persistent fever, neck stiffness, headache, confusion, or suspected meningitis may be advised to take this test.
4. How is the test performed?
At Metropolis Healthcare, a CSF sample is collected via lumbar puncture and cultured using rapid detection systems for mycobacterial growth.
5. What do the results indicate?
A positive result confirms a mycobacterial CNS infection, while a negative result suggests no detectable TB bacteria in the CSF.
6. Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test itself is safe, though CSF collection may cause mild discomfort or headache temporarily.
7. Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare provides accurate, rapid, and reliable AFB detection using state-of-the-art culture technology with expert microbiological analysis for timely diagnosis of CNS tuberculosis.