- Test Handbook
- Tests
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) complex DNA +/- rifampin-resistance associated mutations of the rpoB gene by Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra Assay
- Test Method
- Real-time PCR
- Specimen Required
- Aspirate, Biopsy, Cerebrospinal Fluid, Culture Isolate, Fluid, Lavage, Paraffin embedded tissue, Sputum, Tissue, Washings
- Spec Type Min
- 0.5 ml of respiratory specimen
- When Tested
- On request
- Turnaround Time
- 24-48 hours
- Reference Ranges
- Ct value <36
- Units of Measurement
- Ct
- Related Tests
- RPOBSEQ TBPCR
- Contact
- 9342 9617
