Price:
Rs. 1,250.00
Sample Type: SPUTUM (3 SAMPLE )
Fasting Not Required
Notes: A0105_3
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What is the AFB Smear Examination by Fluorescent Stain, Sputum (3 Samples) Test?
This test uses fluorescent staining to detect acid-fast bacilli (AFB), such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in three sputum samples under a fluorescence microscope.
Why is this test important?
It provides enhanced diagnostic accuracy for pulmonary TB by testing multiple samples, allowing early detection and timely treatment.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients with suspected pulmonary TB or those with inconclusive results from previous sputum tests are advised to take this test.
How is the test performed?
Three sputum samples are collected, stained with a fluorescent dye, and examined under a fluorescence microscope at Metropolis Healthcare to identify acid-fast bacilli.
What do the results indicate?
A positive result indicates the presence of acid-fast bacilli, confirming TB infection, while a negative result indicates no detectable AFB in the samples.
Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test is safe, with only minimal procedural risk related to sputum collection.
Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare provides accurate, rapid, and reliable AFB detection using advanced fluorescent microscopy techniques with expert laboratory analysis for precise TB diagnosis and patient management.