Cultured AFB Other Than Tuberculosis (MOTT) DST for Rapid Growers Test
Short Name: MOTT DST for Rapid Growers
Also known as: MOTT DST, NTM Drug Sensitivity Test, Rapid Growers AFB DST, Non-TB Mycobacteria Sensitivity Test
Cultured AFB Other Than Tuberculosis (MOTT) DST for Rapid Growers Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹10,500. Uses Broth Microdilution (MIC) on Pure growth of MOTT on appropriate media samples. Results in Report available within 7 days from sample receipt. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of this test is to identify non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) from cultured specimens and determine their susceptibility to antibiotics, enabling targeted therapy for infections that do not respond to standard tuberculosis treatment.
- Test Code
- 426
- Price
- ₹10,500
- Sample Type
- Pure growth of MOTT on appropriate media
- Result Time
- Report available within 7 days from sample receipt
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Broth Microdilution (MIC)
Sample Collection
No special preparation required. Ensure the sample is collected as per laboratory guidelines.
Method: Submit pure culture growth from laboratory specimens or clinical samples
Laboratory Analysis
Collect pure growth of MOTT from culture plates or specimens using aseptic techniques.
Report Delivery
Place the sample in a sterile screw capped container, seal in a plastic bag, and ship refrigerated to maintain stability.
Timeline: Report available within 7 days from sample receipt
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of this test is to identify non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) from cultured specimens and determine their susceptibility to antibiotics, enabling targeted therapy for infections that do not respond to standard tuberculosis treatment.
How to Prepare
- Submit pure growth of MOTT on appropriate media in a sterile screw capped container
- Seal the container in a plastic bag to prevent leakage
- Ship refrigerated at 2-8°C to preserve sample integrity
- If integrated with other AFB tests, pure growth from existing specimens will be processed
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"This test is crucial for patients with suspected NTM infection who do not respond to standard TB treatment, enabling targeted antibiotic therapy based on precise sensitivity results."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample received without proper labeling or documentation
- Contaminated or mixed culture samples
- Sample shipped at room temperature for more than 48 hours
- Insufficient sample volume for testing
Understanding Your Results
Consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen after treatment, if the test indicates resistance to multiple antibiotics, or for personalized treatment planning based on the sensitivity report.
Limitations
- ⚠Only applicable for rapid-growing NTM species (e.g., Mycobacterium abscessus, M. chelonae)
- ⚠Requires a pure culture of MOTT; mixed cultures may yield inaccurate results
- ⚠Does not cover all NTM species; some slow-growing mycobacteria may require different testing methods
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risks associated with sample collection, such as discomfort from sputum induction if applicable
- ●Potential for false-negative results if sample is improperly collected or stored
Interfering Factors
- ●Contamination of the sample with other microorganisms
- ●Improper storage or shipping conditions affecting culture viability
- ●Use of antibiotics prior to sample collection may inhibit bacterial growth
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