Price:
Rs. 440.00
Sample Type: URINE (1 SAMPLE )
Fasting Not Required
Notes: A0107_1
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What is the AFB Smear Examination by Fluorescent Stain, Urine (1 Sample) Test?
This test uses fluorescent staining to detect acid-fast bacilli (AFB), such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in a urine sample under a fluorescence microscope.
Why is this test important?
It helps in the rapid and sensitive detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in urine samples, aiding in the diagnosis of genitourinary and extrapulmonary TB.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients suspected of having genitourinary tuberculosis or extrapulmonary TB involving the urinary tract are advised to take this test.
How is the test performed?
A urine sample is 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 sample.
Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test is completely safe and non-invasive, involving only routine urine 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 effective patient management.