MICROBIOLOGY
Smear for Mycobacterium leprabacilli
Also Known As:
Smear for Mycobacterium leprabacilli
About This Test
The Smear for Mycobacterium leprae test is a microscopic examination performed on material collected from skin lesions to detect Mycobacterium leprae, the causative organism of leprosy (Hansen’s disease).A positive smear directly identifies M. leprae infection.
Test Parameters (3)
- MODIFIED ZN STAIN
- Smear for Mycobacterium leprabacilli
- Specimen
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
No special requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Microbiology tests detect disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in samples like blood, urine, sputum, stool, pus, or body fluids.
No special preparation.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm, reports same day and Sunday reports next day.
Smear for Mycobacterium leprae bacilli is important because it confirms leprosy by directly detecting the bacilli, helping assess infectivity and disease severity.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
