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CULTURE FOR TUBERCULOSIS BY MICRO MGIT (CULTB) In Jodhpur
Culture for tuberculosis (TB) by Micro MGIT (Mycobacterial Growth Indicator Tube) is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (the bacterium that causes tuberculosis) in clinical samples.
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Price : ₹1100.00
Reliable, JODHPUR
RDC
: Jodhpur
Reliable, Global Hospital Jodhpur
RDC
: Aastha Hospital, Jodhpur
Reliable, Morena
RDC
: Global Hospital, Jodhpur
Reliable, Morena
RDC
: Global Hospital, Jodhpur
Reliable, Aastha Hospital Jodhpur
RDC
: Jain Child Care Clinic, Jodhpur
Reliable, Jain child care clinic
RDC
: Near Mdm Hospital, Jodhpur
Parameter Included:
1
Sample Collection
Free
Doctor Consultation
Free
Test booked
100+
Report Time
24 Hours
Fasting Time
Test Recommended
Male, Female
Recommended age
5-99 Years
The Micro MGIT method is a liquid culture system that provides an optimal environment for the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The procedure involves collecting a clinical sample, such as sputum, from the patient suspected of having tuberculosis. The sample is then processed and inoculated into specialized Micro MGIT tubes containing a growth medium that supports the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
The Micro MGIT tubes are incubated in a specialized instrument that monitors the growth of the bacteria. The instrument measures the metabolic activity of the bacteria by detecting the release of fluorescence or monitoring changes in gas production within the tubes. If Mycobacterium tuberculosis is present in the sample, the bacteria will grow, and the instrument will detect their presence.
The advantages of the Micro MGIT method include faster detection of tuberculosis compared to traditional solid culture methods, as it can provide results in as little as 7-14 days. Additionally, the liquid medium used in the method allows for increased sensitivity and the ability to detect drug resistance in the bacteria.
The results of the Micro MGIT culture are interpreted based on the presence or absence of growth and/or the detection of fluorescence or gas production. Positive cultures are further tested to confirm the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and determine its susceptibility to various anti-tuberculosis drugs.
In summary, culture for tuberculosis by Micro MGIT is a diagnostic test that uses a liquid culture system to detect the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in clinical samples. It offers faster detection and increased sensitivity compared to traditional culture methods, helping to guide appropriate treatment decisions for tuberculosis patients.
