MTB Xpert XDR Rapid, Sputum near me in Agra

The MTB Xpert XDR Rapid, Sputum test is an advanced lab test that detects TB bacteria in a sputum sample and determines if they are found resistant to certain TB medicines. It is usually done after an initial test, called Xpert MTB/RIF‑Ultra, which confirms the presence of TB. 

The MTB Xpert XDR Rapid, Sputum test is intended for use as a reflex test for a specimen that is determined to be MTB positive. It is a single test which can check for resistance to major TB drugs such as isoniazid (INH), fluoroquinolones (FLQ), and second‑line injectable medicines (SLIDs) like amikacin. These drugs are often used when regular TB treatment does not work.

The MTB Xpert XDR Rapid, Sputum test is especially useful for detecting drug‑resistant TB, such as multidrug‑resistant TB (MDR‑TB) and pre‑extensively drug‑resistant TB (Pre‑XDR TB). Early detection of drug- resistant TB helps doctors start the most effective treatment plan without delay. Not only does this improve the patient’s chance of recovery but at the same time prevents the spread of resistant TB too.

For the MTB Xpert XDR Rapid, Sputum test, a brief clinical history is preferred during sample collection. Collect sputum in a sterile, leak-proof container with a screw-cap lid. Before collecting the sample, rinse your mouth with clean water. Take two to three deep breaths, then cough deeply to bring up sputum from the lungs. Ensure you collect at least 2 ml of thick, yellowish (muco purulent) sputum. Avoid collecting only saliva or nasal secretions. As per National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) guidelines, testing requires two sputum samples. This may include a spot and early morning sample collected on consecutive days, or two spot samples collected one hour apart, for accurate diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB).

Laboratory test results may vary across laboratories. Do not self-medicate and always consult a doctor to understand the test results correctly.