Afb Fluroscence Microscopy Bronchoalveolar Lavage
What is this test?
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the leading killer of adults in developing and underdeveloped nations. HIV/ AIDS have also contributed to increase in the incidence of tuberculosis. In our study, we evaluated the significance of bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) in the early diagnosis of occult sputum smear negative pulmonary tuberculosis. We could establish the diagnosis of tuberculosis in 20 (87%) of the sputum smear negative samples with the help of BAL samples. Thus, BAL samples are very useful in early sputum smear negative pulmonary tuberculosis with minimal complications in the hands of an expert.
Also known as Acid Fast Bacilli Fluroscence Microscopy Bronchoalveolar Lavage.
Test Preparation
No special preparation is needed for Afb Fluroscence Microscopy Bronchoalveolar Lavage. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Afb Fluroscence Microscopy Bronchoalveolar Lavage. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Understanding your test results
| Gender | Age groups | Value |
| UNISEX | All age groups | The results are positive in case of Tuberculosis detection |