Test Information:
A test using either BD MGIT 960 for MTB isolates and Sensititre for MOTT isolates.
Specimen Container:
Mycobacteria Growth Indicator Tube (MGIT) or Lowenstein-Jensen Medium (LJ)
Specimen Type:
MBT on MGIT or LJ
Required Volume:
Full lawn isolate on Middlebrook, MGIT or LJ
Patient Preparation:|
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
- Isolated Mycobacterium tuberculosis from JMYCOC.
- Result of Mycobacterial Culture must have a suggestion for Mycobacterial Susceptibility.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: Incubator (35 to 37°C)
Stability: 7 days
Transport Temperature:
Room (18°C to 24°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
6 to 8 Weeks
If the released preliminary results contain the statement below:
- Preliminary results cannot be generated due to further evaluation. It is recommended that this result be confirmed and interpreted by a qualified physician.
- Released of the final results shall be expected within 8 weeks from the released date of the preliminary result.