Tuberculosis DNA PCR - Qualitative, Blood near me in Ahmedabad

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Mycobacterium Tuberculosis DNA PCR - Qual. Blood

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Mycobacterium Tuberculosis DNA PCR - Qualitative, Blood detects the presence of genetic material of the mycobacterium species responsible for causing tuberculosis (TB). TB is highly contagious disease and generally affects the lungs; however sometimes other body parts such abdomen, brain, spinal cord, kidneys and bones are also affected. This test provides an early diagnosis of the infection of all types of TB affecting any organ. It also aids in monitoring of the treatment process.

This test helps in identifying the presence of the tuberculosis bacteria in blood. You may order this test if you have persistent coughing, blood in the sputum, fever, sudden weight loss, chest pain during coughing or sneezing, chills, night sweats, and fatigue.

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What does Tuberculosis DNA PCR - Qualitative, Blood measure?

Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Tuberculosis mainly affects your lungs but can affect other parts of your body such as the brain and spine. Tuberculosis DNA PCR-qualitative test is used to detect the presence of the bacteria causing tuberculosis in blood.

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Last Updated

25th Oct 2023