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Sputum culture, can i submit 2 days late

2024-03-16 05:02:25
I collected sputum sample today morning, however later when i wws going out to submit the sample for cb naat apparently the government owned lab is closed for sat and sun.. Can I submit the sputum culture after 2 days? Also I have dr lal path lab near me and it ahs QUANTIFERON®-TB GOLD (QFT), INTERFERON GAMMA RELEASE ASSAY (IGRA) Is that a good test compared to cbnaat? I have lal path labs near me, is there any alternative test
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Yes u can submit after two days if sample is stored in proper condition with biohazard precautions . Fresh sample advisable If you wish to submit sample in lal path Kindly book sputum gene expert ultra

Answered2024-03-16 06:11:11

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Cb natt  is Best.pl give fresh sample.

Answered2024-03-16 14:03:16

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send it on m9nday..donot go for quantif or igra

Answered2024-03-16 11:55:23

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