Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 19 Drugs Panel Test
Short Name: AFB DST 19 Drugs Panel
Also known as: AFB Antitubercular DST, TB Drug Susceptibility Test, Mycobacterium tuberculosis DST
Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Rapid 19 Drugs Panel Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹30,000. Uses Automated Fluorescent on Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex samples. Results in Reports are typically available within 21 days of 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 identify the drug susceptibility profile of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to 19 antitubercular medications, enabling targeted therapy for tuberculosis treatment and combating drug resistance.
- Test Code
- 450
- Price
- ₹30,000
- Sample Type
- Pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex
- Result Time
- Reports are typically available within 21 days of sample submission.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Automated Fluorescent
Sample Collection
No special preparation required.
Method: Lab-prepared sample after AFB culture
Laboratory Analysis
Sample collected in sterile container and shipped refrigerated.
Report Delivery
Store samples as per stability guidelines and transport promptly to the lab.
Timeline: Reports are typically available within 21 days of sample submission.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To identify the drug susceptibility profile of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to 19 antitubercular medications, enabling targeted therapy for tuberculosis treatment and combating drug resistance.
How to Prepare
- Submit pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media.
- Use a sterile screw capped container.
- Seal the container in a 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 identifying drug-resistant tuberculosis and guiding personalized treatment regimens to improve patient outcomes and prevent spread."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Non-sterile or contaminated container
- Inadequate sample volume
- Sample not shipped refrigerated
Understanding Your Results
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Drug may be ineffective.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Indicates isoniazid-resistant TB.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Suggests multidrug-resistant TB.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: May require alternative therapy.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: May impact treatment regimen.
Sensitive: Drug may be used; Resistant: Consider other options.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Alternative drugs needed.
Sensitive: Drug may be effective; Resistant: Avoid use.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Indicates resistance to aminoglycosides.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Similar to kanamycin resistance.
Sensitive: Fluoroquinolone may be effective; Resistant: Indicates fluoroquinolone resistance.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: May limit treatment options.
Sensitive: Drug may be used; Resistant: Alternative therapy required.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Avoid fluoroquinolones.
Sensitive: Drug likely effective; Resistant: Indicates extensive drug resistance.
Sensitive: Drug may be effective for resistant TB; Resistant: Limit use.
Sensitive: Alternative to rifampicin; Resistant: Avoid use.
Sensitive: May have adjunctive role; Resistant: Not typically first-line.
Sensitive: Limited role in TB; Resistant: Not recommended.
If you have symptoms of tuberculosis, such as prolonged cough or fever, or after receiving test results to discuss treatment options for drug-resistant TB.
Limitations
- ⚠Only detects growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex
- ⚠Requires a pure culture, which may take time
- ⚠Results available after 21 days, not suitable for rapid diagnosis
Risks & Considerations
- ●No direct risks from the test, as it involves laboratory analysis of a submitted sample. Risks associated with sample collection are minimal.
Interfering Factors
- ●Contaminated sample
- ●Delayed transport or improper storage
- ●Incorrect culture media used
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