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The tests look for the presence of AFB bacteria in your sputum. Sputum is a thick mucus that is coughed up from the lungs. It is different from spit or saliva.
An acid-fast bacteria (AFB) culture is done to find out if you have tuberculosis (TB) or another mycobacterial infection. Best time of day to collect sputum is when you first wake. Do not eat, drink or smoke before coughing up sputum from the lungs. Rinse (do not swallow) the mouth with water before sputum is collected to minimize residual food particles, mouthwash, or oral drugs that might contaminate the specimen.
Get answers to common questions about our lab tests
Booking a lab test is simple! Just search for the test you need, add it to cart, choose your preferred time slot for home collection, and complete the payment. You'll also have the option to choose any specific lab partner that you want the test from.
Yes, all our partner laboratories are NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) certified, ensuring the highest standards of quality and accuracy in test results.
Most test reports are delivered within 24-48 hours. Some specialized tests may take 3-5 days. You'll receive your reports directly on email or whatsapp, and they'll also be available in your DocGenie dashboard.
We provide home collection services in 300+ cities across India. Enter your pincode during booking to check availability in your area.
Yes, you can book lab tests for your family members. In your patient dashboard, you can add multiple members of your family and during the booking process you can specify who the test is for.
