AFB Susceptibility MGIT 960 (5 Drugs)
Used to determine resistance to 5 key tuberculosis drugs, helping healthcare providers choose the right treatment for patients with resistant strains.
Overview of AFB Susceptibility MGIT 960 (5 Drugs) in Nagercoil
What is the AFB Susceptibility MGIT 960 (5 Drugs) test?
The AFB Susceptibility MGIT 960 (5 Drugs) test assesses the susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) to five key anti-tuberculosis drugs. It helps tailor treatment plans for tuberculosis patients.
When is the AFB MGIT 960 (5 Drugs) test recommended?
It is recommended for patients diagnosed with tuberculosis to identify effective treatment options and detect multidrug resistance.
How is the test performed?
A sputum or bodily fluid sample is cultured in a Mycobacteria Growth Indicator Tube (MGIT) system, and susceptibility to Isoniazid, Rifampin, Ethambutol, Pyrazinamide, and Streptomycin is tested.
What do the results indicate?
Susceptible: Indicates that the infection can be treated with the tested drugs.
Resistant: Suggests drug resistance, requiring alternative treatment.
Test included
- Smear
- Isolate
- Streptomycin 1 Mcg/ml
- Isoniazid 0.1 Mcg/ml
- Rifampicin 1 Mcg/ml
- Ethambutol 5 Mcg/ml
- Pyrazinamide 100 Mcg/ml
- Para-amino Salicylic Acid 4 Mcg/ml
- Ethionamide 5 Mcg/ml
- Kanamycin 2.5 Mcg/ml
- Ofloxacin 2 Mcg/ml
- Capreomycin 2.5 Mcg/ml
- Amikacin 1 Mcg/ml
- Levofloxacin 1.0 Mcg/ml
- Rifabutin 0.5 Mcg/ml
- Linezolid (1 Mcg/ml)
- Clofazimine (1 Mcg/ Ml)
- Moxifloxacin (0.25 Mcg/ml)
- Moxifloxacin (1.0 Mcg/ml)
- Remark
Doctor information
Test code
1464R1
CPT and Loinc codes
Department
- Micro Biology
Turn around time
15 Working Days
Performing locations
7 labs across India
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Culture | Others | 1 |
Specimen stability information
Culture
Collection instructions
ISOLATE IDENTIFICATION REPORT WITH DURG LIST FROM THE REFERRING LAB IS MANDATORY
Test price
₹6565
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