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Gene Xpert MTB RIF

2021-02-26 14:28:28
Please let me know what does this report mean? I have got this tested due to continuous cough from more than 3 years.
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It's positive sensitive tuberculosis. U need to start on Anti tb medicine s
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consult Pulmonologist

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Hi. I understand your concerns. The report suggest that you have TB. Which needs to be started on immediate treatment. Open a private consult for a detailed analysis and to suggest you further management plan

Answered2021-02-27 04:27:10

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Gene expert shows tb positive and sensitive for rifampicin means there is no resistance for rifampicin with rules out MDR- Tb

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It means you have TB .. but it’s a normal tb.. not resistant tb .. you need to start medicines right away . Kindly consult for a explanation of need to send a mtb culture and for treatment prescription

Answered2021-02-26 15:39:11

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