03-21-2015, 03:20 PM
I hope u got ur questions answer:
1st test always ---CXR
Next best after cxr --- sputum for AFB /culture
Next step--start initial t/t if sputum AFB positive smear ( DO NOt wait for culture report)
Most accurate test :: pleural biopsy
(Done only when results of sputum stain inconclusive but patients hx consistent with s/s of tb and risk factors present or cxr finding positive)
1st test always ---CXR
Next best after cxr --- sputum for AFB /culture
Next step--start initial t/t if sputum AFB positive smear ( DO NOt wait for culture report)
Most accurate test :: pleural biopsy
(Done only when results of sputum stain inconclusive but patients hx consistent with s/s of tb and risk factors present or cxr finding positive)