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Microbiology

Sputum for AFB (ZN Stain), 2 samples

₹300

Report time
Same day
Sample
Sputum (spot and early morning)
Preparation
None needed
Available
At the lab · at home

About this test

The standard first test for tuberculosis of the lung: two sputum samples looked at under the microscope.

What it measures · 2 parameters
  • • Sample 1 (spot)
  • • Sample 2 (early morning)

Before your test

  • •One sample at the lab and one coughed up first thing the next morning, before brushing teeth.
  • •Carry on taking your regular medicines unless your doctor has said otherwise.
  • •Bring the doctor's prescription if you have one — it helps the lab file the report to them.

Where

  • •Vaibhav Laboratory — 125, 1st Floor, Business Terminal, Dr. Yagnik Road, Jagnath-1, Rajkot
  • •Home collection in 7 pincodes — pick a slot at checkout.

Report delivery

Usually the same day the sample is taken. You are told by SMS or WhatsApp, and the report opens in your account — no app to install.

Sputum for AFB (ZN Stain), 2 samples

₹300 · Same day