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Understanding the Urine Acid-Fast Bacilli (AFB) Test: Detecting Tuberculosis in UrineWhat Is the Urine Acid-Fast Bacilli Test? The AFB test identifies bacteria that don't decolorize with acid-alcohol during staining, hence called acid-fast. This unique property is characteristic of Mycobacterium species — the culprits behind tuberculosis and similar infections. Urine samples are examined microscopically after special staining to detect these bacteria, or...0 Commentarios 0 Acciones 521 Views 0 Vista previa
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Decoding Your Urine AFB Report: What It Means for Tuberculosis DiagnosisWhat Does a Urine AFB Report Indicate? The AFB test looks for bacteria that resist decolorization by acid-alcohol due to their unique cell wall structure. In urine samples, the presence of these bacteria suggests active infection of the urinary system by Mycobacterium tuberculosis or related species. AFB Positive: Indicates detection of acid-fast bacilli in urine,...0 Commentarios 0 Acciones 456 Views 0 Vista previa