PUS SYRINGE for AFB Smear/ZN stain

Specimen Required

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Fasting Required

Purpose of the PUS SYRINGE for AFB Smear/ZN stain Test

Testing for AFB (Acid-Fast Bacilli) smear/ZN (Ziehl-Neelsen) stain in pus is done to detect the presence of tuberculosis (TB) or other mycobacterial infections in the body. TB is a serious infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.

When this PUS SYRINGE for AFB Smear/ZN stain test is required

A healthcare provider may order a PUS SYRINGE test for AFB smear/ZN stain if a person has symptoms of TB or a mycobacterial infection or if they have been exposed to someone with TB. The test may also be ordered if a person has a weakened immune system.

What the PUS SYRINGE for AFB Smear/ZN stain Test Detects

The test involves staining a sample of pus with a dye and examining it under a microscope for the presence of AFB, which are bacteria that cause TB and other mycobacterial infections.

Preparation for the PUS SYRINGE for AFB Smear/ZN stain Test

There is no special preparation required for a PUS SYRINGE test for AFB smear/ZN stain. However, it is important to follow any instructions provided by the healthcare provider or testing facility.

Sample Requirements

The test requires a sample of pus collected from a wound or abscess using a syringe.

Additional Notes

TB and other mycobacterial infections can be serious and require prompt diagnosis and treatment. If you have symptoms of TB or a mycobacterial infection or have been exposed to someone with TB, it is important to seek medical attention and follow any testing or treatment recommendations provided by your healthcare provider.

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