TB PCR (PCR detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex and mutations for Rifampicin resistance)
Code
TBPC
Sample Reqs
All samples except blood cultures and urine, as clinically requested.
Turnaround
1 day
Special instructions
This test is automatically added if the direct auramine microscopy is positive on AFB culture requests and no known previous history.
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Additional information
Updated Tuesday, 26 November 2024