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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

The maximum days to obtain the report for the AFB Drug Susceptibility Test for Ethambutol is typically 14 days. This test involves culturing the bacteria and then testing its susceptibility to the drug Ethambutol. The culture process takes time, as the bacteria need to grow and be tested for drug resistance.

What are the prerequisites for the test AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethambutol

  • Positive acid-fast bacilli (AFB) smear
  • AFB culture positive for Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex
  • Isolated strain should be susceptible to first-line anti-TB drugs (isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide)
  • Isolated strain should be susceptible to ethambutol by conventional methods

What are the measure values for the test AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethambutol

  • Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) values:
    • Rifampin: ≤1.0 μg/mL
    • INH: ≤0.2 μg/mL
    • Pyrazinamide: ≤100 μg/mL
    • Ethambutol: ≤5.0 μg/mL

What does this test AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethambutol identify?

AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethambutol identifies the susceptibility of acid-fast bacteria (AFB) to the drug Ethambutol. Ethambutol is commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis, a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This test helps determine if the AFB is resistant or susceptible to Ethambutol, which can guide healthcare providers in selecting the most effective treatment for the patient.

Why is this test AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethambutol taken?

The AFB Drug Susceptibility Test for Ethambutol is taken to determine the susceptibility of mycobacterium tuberculosis to the drug Ethambutol. Ethambutol is one of the first-line drugs used in the treatment of tuberculosis. This test helps in identifying whether the strain of tuberculosis bacteria is sensitive or resistant to Ethambutol. It is important to know the susceptibility of the bacteria to this drug in order to ensure effective treatment and prevent the development of drug-resistant strains.

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