Laboratory test
Sputum For Acid Fast Bacilli (Afb)
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Also known as
Sputum AFB Smear
- Sample
- Confirm with the laboratory
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- Same day / 24 hours
- Parameters
- 1
What is the Sputum For Acid Fast Bacilli ( Afb )?
Sputum For Acid Fast Bacilli (Afb) includes Sputum for AFB (Acid Fast Bacilli). The listed sample is Sputum. The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the Sputum For Acid Fast Bacilli (Afb) measure?
1 parameter. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Other measurements1 parameter
| Parameter |
|---|
| Sputum for AFB (Acid Fast Bacilli) |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
Sputum For Acid Fast Bacilli ( Afb ): sample & preparation
Sample: Confirm with the laboratory. Fasting: Not required.
- No fasting is needed. Give an early-morning deep cough sample; rinse your mouth with water first and try not to include saliva.
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1 parameter · No fasting required · Report time: Same day / 24 hours
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