Rapid test used by WHO for tuberculosis ?
Correct Answer: Sputum AFB
Description: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Sputum AFB Sputum smear microscopy is the quickest and easiest procedure. But it lacks both sensitivity and specificity. Smears are stained by ziehl-Neelsen acid-fast stain. Sputum smear examination (by AFB stain) is the method of choice for case finding. Note : Genexpe MTB/RIF is also a fast test (results within 90 minutes), but it is not routinely recommended by WHO.
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