Afb Culture Infected Tissue
What is this test?
Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, an acid-fast bacillus (AFB). TB is one of the most common diseases worldwide. Rapid and accurate detection is important to prevent spread of the disease and for initiation of appropriate chemotherapy. Typically, TB infections produce a wide range of tissue changes including granulomatous inflammation. This inflammation may present as caseous necrosis, aggregates of epithelioid cells, and frequently multinucleated Langhans
Also known as Acid Fast Bacilli Culture Infected Tissue.
Test Preparation
No special preparation is needed for Afb Culture Infected Tissue. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Afb Culture Infected Tissue. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Understanding your test results
| Gender | Age groups | Value |
| UNISEX | All age groups | A positive culture is seen in cases of Tuberculosis |