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Number of red blood cells in the blood

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Measures: Number of red blood cells in the blood

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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: PAS is 21 days.

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

  1. Specimen: Clinical isolates of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
  2. Media: Middlebrook 7H10 or 7H11 agar with oleic acid-albumin-dextrose-catalase (OADC) enrichment
  3. Incubation: 37°C
  4. Time: Results available in 2-3 weeks

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

Drug Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)
Streptomycin 1.0 µg/mL
Isoniazid 0.2 µg/mL
Rifampin 1.0 µg/mL
Pyrazinamide 100 µg/mL

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

AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: PAS

The AFB Drug Susceptibility Test using Para-Aminosalicylic Acid (PAS) is a laboratory test used to identify the susceptibility of acid-fast bacilli (AFB) to PAS, an antibiotic commonly used to treat tuberculosis. This test helps determine if the AFB strain is sensitive or resistant to PAS, which can guide the healthcare provider in selecting the most effective treatment regimen for the patient.

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

AFB Drug Susceptibility Test: PAS

The AFB Drug Susceptibility Test, specifically using PAS (para-aminosalicylic acid), is taken to determine the susceptibility of acid-fast bacteria (AFB) such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis to this particular drug. PAS is an antibiotic that is used to treat tuberculosis infections. By performing this test, healthcare providers can determine if the AFB causing the infection is resistant or sensitive to PAS, which helps in choosing the most effective treatment for the patient.

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