Single Tube QuantiFERON-TB Test | Lahalak Platform
A fast and simplified method to detect TB bacteria. This test provides accurate results using less blood, making it an ideal choice for rapid individual screenings while maintaining high standards.
Scientific name: QuantiFERON-TB (Single Tube) Test
It is a simplified version of the traditional quantiferon-tb (QFT) assay, using a single tube of whole blood instead of three. The tube contains a mixture of tuberculosis-specific antigens (ESAT-6 and CFP-10) and controls. The assay measures the release of interferon-gamma from lymphocytes in response to these antigens, indicating the presence of l...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Collect a blood sample in a single tube for quantiferone testing
- Laboratory analysis for measuring interferon-gamma
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- No need to fast
- The tube should be shaken well after the blood is drawn (about 10 times) to mix the blood with the materials already in the tube.
- The sample must be transported to the laboratory at room temperature (16-27°C) and processed within 16 hours of collection. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
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