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2024-05-13 15:49:54
Can geneexpert be negative after 41 days of tb treatment in milliary tb or it is false negative bcz the sample which I have given has very low amt of  yellow sputum
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Genexpert is not recommended to be done in follow up treatment .

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

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Its most probably false negative, may have not been an adequate sample. Genexpert will be positive even after treatment duration as it can show dead bacilli as positive.

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It can happen. Pl give another good sample. Pl continue the treatment. Pl consult govt tb doctor.

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yes it can be negative..there's nothing wrong..but continue and complete your course.

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