What Does a Urine AFB Report Indicate?
The AFB test looks for bacteria that resist decolorization by acid-alcohol due to their unique cell wall structure. In urine samples, the presence of these bacteria suggests active infection of the urinary system by Mycobacterium tuberculosis or related species.
AFB Positive: Indicates detection of acid-fast bacilli in urine, suggesting...
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