About This Test
The Urine Deposit for ZN Stain is a microscopic test done on the centrifuged urine sediment, stained by the Ziehl–Neelsen (ZN) staining method.
It is used to detect acid-fast bacilli (AFB), mainly Mycobacterium tuberculosis, in urine. This test helps diagnose Genitourinary Tuberculosis (GUTB). This test suspect tuberculosis infection involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or genital tract.
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
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.
The AFB test is crucial for the early detection, diagnosis, and control of Tuberculosis (TB) and other mycobacterial infections.
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.
