Price:
Rs. 1,300.00
Sample Type: SPUTUM
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
1. What is the AFB Rapid Culture – Sputum Test?
This test detects acid-fast bacilli (AFB) such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis in sputum samples using rapid culture methods for early TB diagnosis.
2. Why is this test important?
It helps confirm active pulmonary tuberculosis, ensuring prompt and accurate treatment while reducing the risk of transmission.
3. Who should undergo this test?
Individuals with persistent cough, chest pain, fever, night sweats, or unexplained weight loss may be advised to take this test.
4. How is the test performed?
At Metropolis Healthcare, a sputum sample is collected and processed using advanced rapid mycobacterial culture systems for faster detection.
5. What do the results indicate?
A positive result confirms tuberculosis infection, while a negative result suggests no detectable Mycobacterium species in the sputum.
6. Are there any risks associated with the test?
The test is safe and non-invasive, as it involves only collection of sputum from the patient.
7. Why choose Metropolis Healthcare for this test?
Metropolis Healthcare offers accurate, fast, and dependable AFB detection with state-of-the-art culture technology and expert microbiological assessment for effective TB diagnosis and management.