Price:
Rs. 572.00
Sample Type: Sputum
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Thyrocare 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 included in the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test?
The Thyrocare AFB Smear Test is used to detect the presence of acid-fast bacilli, primarily Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in a sputum or other respiratory sample. It is commonly used in the diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB).
2. Who should opt for the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test?
This test is recommended for individuals with symptoms suggestive of pulmonary TB, such as chronic cough, weight loss, night sweats, fever, or coughing up blood. It may also be used for monitoring TB treatment.
3. Is fasting required before taking the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test?
No, fasting is not required.
However, early morning sputum samples may be preferred for better diagnostic accuracy. Follow your doctor’s collection instructions carefully.
4. How is the sample collected for the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test?
A sputum or respiratory sample is collected by a trained technician from your home and examined under a microscope using special staining techniques at Thyrocare’s NABL- and ISO-certified laboratories. We provide home sample collection and a digital report.
5. What is the cost of the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test?
The test is priced at RS 572.
6. When will I receive my Thyrocare test reports?
You will receive your report within 10 to 24 hours of sample collection via SMS and email.
7. Is the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test available across India?
Yes, this test is available across India, including metro cities, semi-urban towns, and rural areas.
8. What makes the Thyrocare AFB Smear Test reliable?
Thyrocare uses standard Ziehl-Neelsen staining and microscopy procedures under stringent quality protocols to accurately detect tuberculosis bacteria.