Description
Why It’s Done:
• To check if Mycobacterium tuberculosis is sensitive or resistant to PAS.
• To guide treatment in cases of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) or extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB).
• To ensure an effective antibiotic regimen is chosen to improve patient outcomes.
• To prevent the further development and spread of resistant tuberculosis strains.
Preparation:
• No special preparation is generally required before the test.
• The test is performed on clinical specimens such as sputum, tissue, or other samples collected from the patient.
• Patients should follow instructions carefully during sample collection for accurate results.
• Inform the laboratory if you are currently receiving tuberculosis treatment, as it may affect test outcomes.
