Price:
Rs. 1,250.00
Sample Type: URINE (3 SAMPLE )
Fasting Not Required
Notes: A0107_3
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What is the AFB Smear Examination by Fluorescent Stain, Urine (3 Samples) Test?
This test uses fluorescent staining to detect acid-fast bacilli (AFB), such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in three urine samples under a fluorescence microscope.
Why is this test important?
Testing multiple urine samples enhances diagnostic accuracy, allowing more reliable detection of genitourinary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis.
Who should undergo this test?
Patients with suspected genitourinary TB or extrapulmonary TB affecting the urinary tract should undergo this test for confirmation.
How is the test performed?
Three urine samples are collected on separate occasions, 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 means no detectable AFB in the tested samples.
Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test is completely safe and non-invasive, requiring only urine collection for analysis.
Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare provides accurate, rapid, and high-sensitivity AFB detection using advanced fluorescent microscopy techniques, ensuring expert interpretation and reliable results for effective TB management.