Are You Struggling with Persistent TB Symptoms Despite Treatment?
When tuberculosis treatment doesn’t seem to be working, it can feel frustrating and frightening. You’re taking your medication faithfully, yet the cough persists, the fatigue remains, and recovery seems distant. This could be due to drug-resistant TB – a common challenge in South Africa where tuberculosis remains a significant health concern. Our Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Streptomycin Test provides the answers you and your doctor need to ensure your treatment is effective.
Understanding Your TB Drug Sensitivity Test
This specialised test examines whether the tuberculosis bacteria in your body are sensitive or resistant to Streptomycin, one of the key medications used in TB treatment. Using advanced automated fluorescent technology, we culture your TB bacteria and test their response to Streptomycin. The results tell your doctor if this medication is effectively fighting your infection or if resistance has developed, requiring a change in your treatment approach.
Who Should Consider This Important Test?
This test is particularly important if you’re experiencing:
- Persistent cough lasting more than 3 weeks despite TB treatment
- Ongoing fatigue, night sweats, or weight loss during treatment
- Previous TB treatment that was unsuccessful
- Contact with someone known to have drug-resistant TB
- Symptoms returning after completing a course of TB treatment
- Living in areas with high rates of drug-resistant TB
Early detection of drug resistance can prevent months of ineffective treatment and potential complications.
Why This Test Matters for Your Recovery
Getting the right information about your TB treatment can transform your recovery journey:
- Personalised Treatment: Ensure you’re receiving medications that actually work against your specific TB strain
- Faster Recovery: Avoid wasting time on ineffective treatments and start proper therapy sooner
- Prevent Complications: Reduce the risk of developing extensively drug-resistant TB
- Peace of Mind: Know with certainty whether your current treatment approach is correct
- Protect Others: Minimise the risk of transmitting drug-resistant TB to loved ones
Understanding Your Test Results
Your results will clearly indicate whether your TB bacteria are sensitive (responding well to Streptomycin) or resistant (not responding to the medication). If resistance is detected, don’t panic – this valuable information allows your doctor to immediately adjust your treatment plan to include alternative effective medications. Our medical team is available to help you understand your results and discuss next steps with your healthcare provider.
Turnaround Time: Samples accepted daily by 3:30 PM, with results available within 21 days.
Affordable, Life-Changing Health Information
| Test Description | Regular Price | Special Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultured AFB Antitubercular DST Streptomycin Test | ZAR 1,350 | ZAR 850 |
Consider this investment in your health: ZAR 1,350 could save you months of ineffective treatment, prevent hospitalisation costs, and get you back to health faster. Many patients find that the cost of continued ineffective treatment far exceeds this one-time test.
Why Trust Oracle Genomics with Your TB Testing?
- Nationwide Coverage: Convenient testing available in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria and across South Africa
- Medical Expertise: Specialised infectious disease testing with physician oversight
- Advanced Technology: Automated fluorescent methodology for 99% accuracy
- No Special Preparation: Simple sample collection process
- Proven Track Record: Trusted by healthcare providers nationwide
Take Control of Your TB Treatment Today
Don’t continue with uncertain treatment when you can have clear answers. Every day of ineffective treatment prolongs your recovery and increases health risks.
Limited Time Offer: This special pricing of ZAR 1,350 (regularly ZAR 2,200) makes crucial drug sensitivity testing accessible to more South Africans. Don’t wait – effective TB treatment starts with accurate diagnosis.
Sample Collection Information
We accept pure growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex on appropriate media in sterile screw-capped containers. Samples should be shipped refrigerated in sealed plastic bags. If you’ve already submitted specimens for other AFB culture or mycobacteria identification tests, the pure growth obtained in our laboratory will be processed for antitubercular sensitivity testing.
