Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Moxifloxacin Test
Short Name: AFB DST Moxifloxacin Test
Also known as: AFB Antitubercular DST Moxifloxacin, Moxifloxacin Susceptibility Test
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Moxifloxacin Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹5,500. Uses Automated Fluorescent Method on Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis on culture media samples. Results in Report available in 21 days after sample submission.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal
Consultant Microbiologist · Reg: 27670
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To determine the susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to moxifloxacin for guiding tuberculosis treatment, especially in suspected drug-resistant cases.
- Test Code
- 437
- Price
- ₹5,500
- Sample Type
- Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis on culture media
- Result Time
- Report available in 21 days after sample submission.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Automated Fluorescent Method
Sample Collection
Ensure proper culture submission as per laboratory guidelines.
Method: Laboratory culture submission
Laboratory Analysis
Submit pure growth in sterile container with sealed plastic bag.
Report Delivery
Ship refrigerated to the laboratory for processing.
Timeline: Report available in 21 days after sample submission.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To determine the susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to moxifloxacin for guiding tuberculosis treatment, especially in suspected drug-resistant cases.
How to Prepare
- Submit pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media.
- Use sterile screw-capped container in a sealed plastic bag.
- Ship refrigerated to maintain sample integrity.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal — MBBS, MD (Microbiology) · Reg. No. 27670
"This test is crucial for determining drug resistance in tuberculosis, specifically to moxifloxacin, which guides effective treatment plans for drug-resistant TB cases."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Improper container or sealing
- Contaminated sample
- Incorrect storage conditions
Understanding Your Results
Susceptible
The bacteria are likely to be killed by moxifloxacin, and it can be used effectively in tuberculosis treatment.
Resistant
The bacteria are not effectively killed by moxifloxacin, indicating drug resistance; alternative antibiotics should be considered.
If you have symptoms of tuberculosis or if the test result shows resistance, consult an infectious disease specialist for appropriate treatment adjustment.
Limitations
- ⚠Test requires pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which may take time to obtain.
- ⚠Only tests susceptibility to moxifloxacin; other drugs may need separate testing.
Risks & Considerations
- ●No direct risks from the test itself, as it involves laboratory culture analysis.
Interfering Factors
- ●Contaminated culture sample
- ●Improper storage or shipping conditions
Compare With Similar Tests
| Test | Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Moxifloxacin Test | GeneXpert MTB/RIF Test |
|---|---|---|
| Comparison | Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Moxifloxacin Test | Rapid molecular test for TB and rifampicin resistance; DST Moxifloxacin is culture-based and specific to moxifloxacin susceptibility. |
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