Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 10 Drugs Panel Test
Comprehensive Tuberculosis Drug Sensitivity Testing
The Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 10 Drugs Panel Test represents a breakthrough in tuberculosis management, providing physicians with critical information about bacterial susceptibility to multiple antitubercular medications. This advanced diagnostic tool utilizes automated fluorescent technology to deliver precise drug sensitivity profiles, enabling healthcare providers to design targeted treatment strategies for patients with tuberculosis infections.
What This Test Measures and Detects
This comprehensive panel evaluates Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex sensitivity to 10 essential antitubercular drugs:
- Streptomycin – Aminoglycoside antibiotic for TB treatment
- Isoniazid – First-line TB medication
- Rifampicin – Key bactericidal agent
- Ethambutol – Bacteriostatic anti-TB drug
- Pyrazinamide – Essential first-line medication
- Clofazimine – Riminophenazine antibiotic
- Ethionamide – Second-line TB treatment
- Capreomycin – Polypeptide antibiotic
- Kanamycin – Aminoglycoside antibiotic
- Amikacin – Broad-spectrum aminoglycoside
Who Should Consider This Test
This advanced drug sensitivity testing is recommended for individuals experiencing:
- Persistent cough lasting more than 3 weeks
- Unexplained weight loss and fatigue
- Night sweats and fever patterns
- Chest pain and breathing difficulties
- Previous TB treatment failure or relapse
- Contact with drug-resistant TB patients
- Immunocompromised conditions increasing TB risk
- Suspected multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB)
Clinical Benefits of Comprehensive Drug Sensitivity Testing
Undergoing the Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 10 Drugs Panel Test provides numerous advantages:
- Personalized Treatment Planning – Enables physicians to select the most effective medications based on individual bacterial sensitivity
- Prevention of Treatment Failure – Identifies drug resistance early to avoid ineffective therapy
- Reduced Side Effects – Eliminates unnecessary medications that may cause adverse reactions
- Cost-Effective Care – Prevents spending on ineffective treatments and reduces hospitalization needs
- Improved Cure Rates – Increases likelihood of successful TB eradication with appropriate drug selection
- Public Health Protection – Helps prevent transmission of drug-resistant TB strains
Understanding Your Test Results
Your test report will provide detailed information about your tuberculosis strain’s sensitivity to each of the 10 medications tested:
- Sensitive Results – Indicates the medication is effective against your TB strain and should be included in your treatment regimen
- Resistant Results – Shows the medication will not be effective and alternative treatments should be considered
- Intermediate Results – Suggests the medication may work at higher doses or in combination with other drugs
- Comprehensive Resistance Profile – Provides your physician with a complete picture of which drugs will be most effective for your specific infection
Your healthcare provider will use these results to design a personalized treatment plan that maximizes effectiveness while minimizing side effects and treatment duration.
Test Pricing and Availability
| Test Component | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 10 Drugs Panel Test | $550.00 |
| Discount Price | $376.00 |
Nationwide Testing Availability
We provide comprehensive tuberculosis testing services across the United States with convenient locations in major metropolitan areas including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas, and San Jose. Our state-of-the-art laboratories ensure consistent, reliable results regardless of your location.
Take Control of Your Tuberculosis Treatment
Don’t leave your tuberculosis treatment to chance. The Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 10 Drugs Panel Test provides the critical information needed to ensure your treatment is targeted, effective, and personalized to your specific infection. With drug-resistant tuberculosis becoming increasingly common, this comprehensive testing is essential for successful treatment outcomes.
Ready to get started? Book your test today by calling +1(267) 388-9828 or visit our website to schedule your appointment. Our knowledgeable staff is available to answer your questions and guide you through the testing process.
Sample Requirements: Submit pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in sterile screw-capped container in a sealed plastic bag. Ship refrigerated OR when used with other AFB culture or Mycobacteria identification tests, the pure growth obtained in the Laboratory from specimens already submitted will be processed for Antitubercular Sensitivity.
Turnaround Time: Sample accepted daily by 3:30 PM | Report available in 21 days
No special preparation required for this test.
