GENEXPERT ULTRA NEXT GENERATION MTB WITH RIFAMPICIN RESISTANCE SEMI QUANTITATIVE PCR Test
Test Name: GENEXPERT ULTRA NEXT GENERATION MTB WITH RIFAMPICIN RESISTANCE SEMI QUANTITATIVE PCR Test
Components: Price: 510.0 AED
Sample Condition: 3 mL (1 mL min.) Sputum OR 3 mL (1 mL min.) concentrated sediments prepared from induced or expectorated Sputum OR 3 mL (1 mL min.) BAL fluid OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) CSF OR 5 mL (3 mL min.) Body fluids/Aspirates OR Pus in a sterile screw capped container OR Fresh tissue biopsies including endometrial aspirate / curettage in sterile normal saline. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE.
Report Delivery: Sample Daily by 11 am; Report Same day
Method: Real Time Nested PCR & Melt Peak Detection
Test type: Tuberculosis
Doctor: Physician, Chest Physician
Test Department:
Pre Test Information: No special preparation required
Test Details:
The Genexpert Ultra (Next Generation) MTB with Rifampicin Resistance Semi Quantitative PCR test is a diagnostic tool used to detect Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) and determine its resistance to the antibiotic rifampicin. This test utilizes a semi-quantitative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) method, which amplifies and detects specific DNA sequences of the MTB bacteria. By targeting specific regions of the MTB genome, the test can identify the presence of the bacteria and provide information on its rifampicin resistance.
Rifampicin is a key antibiotic used in the treatment of tuberculosis (TB), and resistance to this drug can significantly impact the effectiveness of TB treatment. Therefore, identifying rifampicin resistance in MTB is crucial for determining appropriate treatment strategies.
The Genexpert Ultra (Next Generation) MTB with Rifampicin Resistance Semi Quantitative PCR test offers several advantages over traditional culture-based methods. It provides faster results, typically within a few hours, compared to culture methods that can take weeks. Additionally, the test is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for accurate detection of MTB and rifampicin resistance.
Overall, this test plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of TB by providing rapid and reliable information on MTB presence and rifampicin resistance.
| Test Name | GENEXPERT ULTRA NEXT GENERATION MTB WITH RIFAMPICIN RESISTANCE SEMI QUANTITATIVE PCR Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 510.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 3 mL (1 mL min.) Sputum OR3 mL (1 mL min.) concentrated sediments prepared from induced or expectorated Sputum OR 3 mL (1 mL min.) BAL fluid OR2 mL (1 mL min.) CSF OR5 mL (3 mL min.) Body fluids\/Aspirates OR Pus in a sterile screw capped container OR Fresh tissue biopsies including endometrial aspirate \/ curettage in sterile normal saline.Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. |
| Report Delivery | Sample Daily by 11 am; Report Same day |
| Method | Real Time Nested PCR & Melt Peak Detection |
| Test type | Tuberculosis |
| Doctor | Physician, Chest Physician |
| Test Department: | |
| Pre Test Information | No special preparation required |
| Test Details |
The Genexpert Ultra (Next Generation) MTB with Rifampicin Resistance Semi Quantitative PCR test is a diagnostic tool used to detect Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) and determine its resistance to the antibiotic rifampicin. This test utilizes a semi-quantitative PCR (polymerase chain reaction) method, which amplifies and detects specific DNA sequences of the MTB bacteria. By targeting specific regions of the MTB genome, the test can identify the presence of the bacteria and provide information on its rifampicin resistance. Rifampicin is a key antibiotic used in the treatment of tuberculosis (TB), and resistance to this drug can significantly impact the effectiveness of TB treatment. Therefore, identifying rifampicin resistance in MTB is crucial for determining appropriate treatment strategies. The Genexpert Ultra (Next Generation) MTB with Rifampicin Resistance Semi Quantitative PCR test offers several advantages over traditional culture-based methods. It provides faster results, typically within a few hours, compared to culture methods that can take weeks. Additionally, the test is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for accurate detection of MTB and rifampicin resistance. Overall, this test plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of TB by providing rapid and reliable information on MTB presence and rifampicin resistance. |
