AFB-MTb antibiogram Isoniazid
60230 minAuthor Details
Written By
Dr. Neha Kapoor
MBBS, DNB
Supervised By
Dr. Vasantha Sree
MBBS
AFB-MTb antibiogram Isoniazid
Home-based AFB/MTb antibiogram for isoniazid resistance detection, providing accurate, UAE-compliant results to guide timely TB treatment decisions in Dubai.
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499Home-based AFB-MTb antibiogram focused on detecting isoniazid resistance from sputum samples. Sample collection is performed at the patient’s residence in Dubai with secure transport to an accredited laboratory. Results are UAE-compliant and delivered to support timely, evidence-based TB treatment decisions and coordination with local healthcare providers.
Parameters Measured
- AFB smear/culture
- Isoniazid susceptibility (Susceptible/Resistant)
- Isoniazid minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)
- katG / inhA mutation detection
When to Test it?
- Positive AFB smear or MTb culture
- Poor clinical response to first-line TB therapy
- Known contact of INH‑resistant TB case
- Before initiating or modifying TB regimen
- Persistent pulmonary symptoms with prior TB history
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Benefits Includes:
- Rapid, targeted detection of isoniazid resistance
- Home sample collection service in Dubai
- UAE-accredited laboratory reporting
- Enables timely treatment adjustment to prevent resistance spread
- Results shared for clinician and public health follow-up
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Test requirements:
- Early‑morning sputum specimen preferred
- Patient must be able to expectorate adequate sample
- Inform technician of any current TB treatment or history
- No fasting required
Author Details
Written By
Dr. Neha Kapoor
MBBS, DNB
Supervised By
Dr. Vasantha Sree
MBBS
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