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AFB Stain & Culture-3 Test

₹6,000/-

6 tests included

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No fasting required

56 Days

Both

All age group

Sputum

Includes 6 TestsThis package includes following parameters

Quick Summary: The AFB Stain & Culture-3 Test for Both patients, all age group, with reports available 56 days — currently offered at ₹6,000 . Home Sample Collection is not available

AFB Stain & Culture-3 Test Price in Lake Town, Kolkata

₹ 6000

Home Collection Not Available

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Test Name :	AFB Stain & Culture-3 Test
Sample Type :	Sputum
Gender :	Both
Age group :	All Age Groups
Test Components :	View

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₹ 6000

Quick Summary: The AFB Stain & Culture-3 in Lake Town, Kolkata is a reliable diagnostic test, for both men and women across all age groups, with reports available within 56 Days, priced at ₹6000 . Home Sample Collection is not available

Test Components

The number of tests listed under each panel/package is indicative and may vary based on the patient's age, gender, clinical condition, medical history, and the treating doctor's advice. Accordingly, certain parameters may be added, excluded, or modified. For further clarity, the sample report format may also be referred to.

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Quick Summary: The AFB Stain & Culture-3 in Lake Town, Kolkata is a reliable diagnostic test, includes 6 tests like Sample and ZN Stain. for both men and women across all age groups, with reports available within 56 Days, priced at ₹6000 , Home Sample Collection is not available

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Phlebotomist

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Max Healthcare

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Safe Sample

Collection

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Accurate &

Quality Reports

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Same Day

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Overview of AFB Stain and Culture Test

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The AFB stain and culture test in Lake Town, Kolkatas together check for TB or similar infections in mucus and identify the specific bacteria. Individuals with a persistent cough, fever, or weight loss should get test in Lake Town, Kolkataed. Acid-fast bacilli (AFB) are a group of bacteria commonly found in soil and water. They are typically harmless, but once inside the body, they can cause severe infections, including tuberculosis (TB), leprosy, or TB-like disease

The AFB stain and culture test in Lake Town, Kolkatas together check for TB or similar infections in mucus and identify the specific bacteria. Individuals with a persistent cough, fever, or weight loss should get test in Lake Town, Kolkataed.

Acid-fast bacilli (AFB) are a group of bacteria commonly found in soil and water. They are typically harmless, but once inside the body, they can cause severe infections, including tuberculosis (TB), leprosy, or TB-like diseases. The AFB stain and culture test in Lake Town, Kolkatas are used together to diagnose these infections.

ABF Stain: This rapid test in Lake Town, Kolkata examines a sample of sputum or mucus coughed up from the lungs or other bodily fluids like urine or blood, looking for the presence of AFB bacteria. A special dye is used to stain the sample. If present, the AFB bacteria retain the dye and appear clearly under a microscope. This result indicates a possible infection within 1-2 days.

ABF Culture: A culture is a more definitive test in Lake Town, Kolkata that takes longer (typically 6-8 weeks) but confirms the presence of AFB bacteria and identification of the specific type. During the culture test in Lake Town, Kolkata, the sample is placed in a special food that encourages the bacteria to multiply. If AFB are present, they will grow in the culture, confirming the diagnosis. Because culture also specifies the type of AFB bacteria, the test in Lake Town, Kolkata result helps guide treatment decisions.

Overview of AFB Stain and Culture Test

AFB primarily affect the lungs, but they can also spread to other parts of the body like the kidneys, brain, and spine. These infections are airborne. They can spread through coughing, sneezing, or talking by an infected person. Taking an AFB stain and culture test can help diagnose, track, and minimise the spread of AFB-related infections. It is advisable to book an AFB stain and culture test in Lake Town, Kolkata online to avoid spreading the potential infection.

An AFB stain and culture test in Lake Town, Kolkata requires a sample of one of the various body fluids like blood, sputum, urine, stool, bone marrow, or skin tissue to perform the test in Lake Town, Kolkata. It is worth noting that the AFB stain and culture test in Lake Town, Kolkatas do not have a normal range. These test in Lake Town, Kolkatas don’t look for a specific quantity of the culprit bacteria but only the presence of it.

How to book a AFB Stain & Culture-3 at home near me?

You can easily book a AFB Stain & Culture-3 in Lake Town, Kolkata with Max Lab by Max Hospitals. Just follow these simple steps:

Search for AFB Stain & Culture-3 near me on Google and click on the result with the Max Lab Website. OR Download the Max Lab App from Google Play Store or App Store.
Select AFB Stain & Culture-3 from the "Book a test" button or search from the search bar on the website or Max Lab App.
Add other tests that you want to include with AFB Stain & Culture-3 for home collection in Lake Town, Kolkata.
Choose a convenient date and time slot for sample collection.
A trained and certified phlebotomist will visit your preferred location — home or office — at the scheduled time to collect your blood sample safely.
You can also track your order at each step and view its status.
The sample will be processed at the nearest Max Hospital or Max Laboratory, and your test reports will be delivered within the specified time.
Track your health and past records with Max Lab's special feature that allows you to compare results with previous reports.

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