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

The maximum days the report can be obtained for the test AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethionamide is typically within 14-21 days. It may vary depending on the testing laboratory and their workload.

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

  • AFB culture must be performed first to isolate the mycobacterium
  • Patient clinical history and symptoms suggestive of tuberculosis
  • Drug susceptibility testing requested by a healthcare provider
  • Proper collection and transportation of the sputum sample
  • Proper storage and handling of the sample in the laboratory

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

Drug Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) Range (µg/mL)
Ethionamide 0.5 - 8

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

This AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethionamide is used to identify drug susceptibility patterns of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to ethionamide. Ethionamide is an antibiotic commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis infections. This test helps determine if the bacteria is susceptible or resistant to ethionamide, which can guide healthcare providers in selecting the most effective treatment for the patient.

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

The AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: Ethionamide is taken to determine the effectiveness of ethionamide in treating infections caused by acid-fast bacteria (AFB), such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This test is important because it helps healthcare providers determine if ethionamide is an appropriate treatment option for patients with AFB infections and if the bacteria are resistant to the medication.

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