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MTB/RIF Ultra
(TB and Rifampicin-resistance)
CLINICAL USE
Used for the qualitative, in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTB-complex) DNA that causes tuberculosis (TB).
SPECIMEN
Unprocessed / Expectorated / Fresh / Raw Sputum
Sputum Sediment
Sputum Sediment
TRANSPORT
Store at 25 ⁰C / Room Temp.
(with triple packaging system)
(with triple packaging system)
RUNNING DAY
Daily
except for Holidays
except for Holidays
Cut-off Time:
2:00 P.M.
2:00 P.M.
TURN-AROUND TIME
Within 24 hours
After cut-off time:
48 hours
48 hours