AFB Susc. Sirep Panel

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GenderMale & Female
Contains8 parameters
Earliest reports in15 Working Days
PreparationNo preparation needed

Overview of AFB Susc. Sirep Panel in Kasaragod

What is the AFB Susc SIREP panel?

The AFB Susc SIREP panel tests for susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) to first-line anti-tuberculosis drugs, including Streptomycin, Isoniazid, Rifampin, Ethambutol, and Pyrazinamide.


When is the AFB Susc SIREP panel recommended?

It is recommended for patients diagnosed with tuberculosis to determine the most effective drug regimen and detect drug resistance.


How is the AFB Susc SIREP panel performed?

A sputum or other bodily fluid sample is cultured, and drug susceptibility is determined through MGIT (Mycobacteria Growth Indicator Tube) or other assays.


What do the results indicate?


Susceptible: Indicates that the bacteria can be effectively treated with the listed drugs.
Resistant: Suggests that alternative medications are required to treat the infection.

Test included

AFB Susc. Sirep Panel includes 8 parameters

  • Smear

  • Isolate
  • Streptomycin 1 Mcg/ml
  • Isoniazid 0.1 Mcg/ml
  • Rifampicin 1 Mcg/ml
  • Ethambutol 5 Mcg/ml
  • Pyrazinamide 100 Mcg/ml
  • Remark

Test code

5649

CPT and Loinc codes

Department

  • Micro Biology

Turn around time

15 Working Days

Performing locations

6 labs across India

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information

SpecimenVacutainerVolume
CultureOthers1

Specimen stability information

Culture

AFB Susc. Sirep Panel

₹7100

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