ACID FAST BACILLI (AFB) SMEAR (ZN Stain) - Delhi
MICROBIOLOGY
Submit first morning whole urine sample.
Submit 1-2 mL of miscellaneous specimens - Pus / CSF / Pleural fluid / Peritoneal fluid / Pericardial fluid / Synovial fluid / BAL fluid / Gastric aspirate /Eye fluid / FNAC aspirate in a sterile tube OR 1-2 mL Bone marrow aspirate in 1 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube OR Smears on Air dried / Fixed Slides. transport refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE.
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Home Collection: Available
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Reports Available: 1 Day
Description
Microbiology is the study of all living organisms that are too small to be visible with the naked eye. This includes bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi, prions, protozoa and algae, collectively known as 'microbes'. These microbes play key roles in nutrient cycling, biodegradation/biodeterioration, climate change, food spoilage, the cause and control of disease, and biotechnology. Thanks to their versatility, microbes can be put to work in many ways: making life-saving drugs, the manufacture of biofuels, cleaning up pollution, and producing/processing food and drink.
Our Microbiology Laboratory provides complete clinical services for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. Several like microscopy, and staining are employed to identify the presence of potentially pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites. Quality control and quality assurance are held in highest regard in the lab.
Automated techniques are used for identification of bacteria and sensitivity to drugs is also being done automatically. Cultures are being put in special BOD incubators.
Quality control procedures and processing of samples is being done as per NABL 112.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) for a test depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
Please note that in uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to the complexity of the test or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed about the estimated TAT at the time of registration or after completion of the test.
