Afb Fluroscence Microscopy Sputum
What is this test?
There are more than 70 species of mycobacteria of which the primary pathogen is M. tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is a chronic, granulomatous disease caused by M. tuberculosis. Identification, and, if appropriate, antibiotic sensitivity, is required to initiate necessary therapy. Concentrated smears are stained with auramine/rhodamine and read by fluorescence microscopy. Fluorescence microscopy offers well-described benefits, compared with conventional light microscopy, for the evaluation of sputum smear samples for tuberculosis.
Also known as Acid Fast Bacilli Fluroscence Microscopy Sputum.
Test Preparation
No special preparation is needed for Afb Fluroscence Microscopy Sputum. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Afb Fluroscence Microscopy Sputum. 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 |