Test Information:
This test refers to drug susceptibility testing for second line drug for tuberculosis. It provides improve treatment outcomes and management for patients with resistance to primary TB drug. This test is culture-based susceptibility test that uses MGIT media with the aid of BACTEC MGIT 960 system.
Specimen Container:
Lowenstein-Jensen (LJ) Medium
Specimen Type:
MDR TB on MGIT or LJ. 2 day old isolate on MGIT.
Required Volume:
7 mL MGIT with confluent growth
Patient Preparation:|
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
Result of Culture and Sensitivity for first line drug of the isolate for testing must be included.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: Incubator (35 to 37°C)
Stability: 2 days
Transport Temperature:
Ref (18°C to 24°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Results Availability:
After 3 to 4 weeks