Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST PAS Test
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST PAS Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,000. Uses Automated Fluorescent on Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex samples. Results in Report available within 21 days.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To identify Mycobacterium tuberculosis and determine its sensitivity to antitubercular drugs, aiding in effective TB treatment.
- Test Code
- 436
- Price
- ₹4,000
- Sample Type
- Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex
- Result Time
- Report available within 21 days.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Automated Fluorescent
Sample Collection
No special preparation required
Method: Laboratory submission of culture
Laboratory Analysis
Submit pure growth culture as per laboratory guidelines.
Report Delivery
Store and transport as per sample stability guidelines.
Timeline: Report available within 21 days.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To identify Mycobacterium tuberculosis and determine its sensitivity to antitubercular drugs, aiding in effective TB treatment.
How to Prepare
- Submit pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in sterile screw capped container in a sealed plastic bag.
- Ship refrigerated or use with other AFB culture tests.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"This test is crucial for determining effective TB treatment, especially in drug-resistant cases, guiding personalized antibiotic therapy."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample not in proper container
- Contaminated sample
- Insufficient sample
Understanding Your Results
Sensitive
Bacteria are susceptible to PAS, which may be included in treatment regimen.
Resistant
Bacteria are resistant to PAS, alternative antibiotics should be considered.
If you experience symptoms of TB or if results indicate resistance, consult an infectious disease specialist for appropriate treatment.
Limitations
- ⚠Long turnaround time of up to 6 weeks
- ⚠Requires pure culture growth
- ⚠Not for rapid diagnosis
Interfering Factors
- ●Contamination of sample
- ●Improper storage of specimen
- ●Prior antibiotic use
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