AFB Culture (Any specimen) Test - Book at Low Cost

What is the AFB culture test?

Acid-fast bacillus is a type of bacteria that is responsible for causing tuberculosis bacterial infection. AFB test helps in diagnosing tuberculosis infection. Tuberculosis, generally known as TB, is a severe disease that primarily affects the lungs. AFB tests are frequently ordered for persons with symptoms of active TB. The tests examine for the presence of AFB bacteria in your sputum.  

Why is AFB Culture done? 

Your healthcare provider may order an AFB culture test for the following reasons:

• You have a chronic cough, bloody cough, weight loss, fever, chills, and fatigue.
• You have a positive TB skin or blood test and are highly susceptible to infection.
• You have a disease like HIV/AIDS that increases your risk of TB. 
• To monitor the treatment's effectiveness and to determine whether there is a need to modify the treatment.

How does one prepare for the AFB culture test?

• No fasting is required for  this test
• Tell your doctor about your current medical condition
• Take adequate rest before the test.
• Avoid smoking before the test

What is the AFB culture test procedure?

• For this test, you need to give your sputum sample this gargle your mouth with clean water.
• After that take long and deep breathe and cough forcefully
• Make sure that the sputum comes from the lungs and it is not just saliva 
• Spit your sputum into a sterile container provided by your diagnostic center
• This sputum sample is then sent to the lab for further analysis

Aftercare

No particular type of care is required.

What is the Cost of AFB Culture Test in Delhi

The AFB culture test price varies from INR 700 to INR 1500 based on the location and the facility of the diagnostic center. You can book your AFB culture test in Delhi with ganesh diagnostic center and get a discount of up to 50% off.

Required documents for AFB Culture  (Any specimen)

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government-issued ID with address.

Choose the Top pathology lab for the AFB culture test in Delhi NCR

• Ganesh Diagnostic Center is considered the best diagnostic lab for tests in Delhi. 
• We provide high-standard quality services to our patients. 
• Free home sample collection services are available.
• We also offer facilities for online reporting.
• Our labs are NABL-certified. 
• Facility of emergency test services at night.
• Affordable Diagnostic lab with up to 50% discount on many tests. Currently, we are offering up to 50% discount on various types of blood tests also.
• We are open 24X7 and 365 days.