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GENE-XPERT
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UGX 150,000
The Gene-xpert test is a molecular test for diagnosis of TB by detecting the presence of TB bacteria, as well as testing for resistance to Tuberculosis drugs.
Sputum.
Early morning samples are preferred.
5 working days.
An MTb nucleic acid amplification test used to accurately and rapidly diagnose Tuberculosis (TB). Gene X-pert is catridge-based nucleic acid amplification test for simultaneous rapid TB diagnosis and antibiotic sensitivity testing. It is an automated rapid diagnostic test that detects the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (The cause of tuberculosis) DNA and resistance to Rifampicin (One of the core drugs in the treatment of TB).
To diagnose and plan treatment for TB.