Tuberculosis
Czas oczekiwania: Up to 24 h
Waiting time: Up to 24 h
When should the test be performed?
LC-MS/MS – M-Typer is an innovative diagnostic method that uses high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) to identify Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex and atypical mycobacteria. Indications for performing the test include:
- Suspected pulmonary or extrapulmonary tuberculosis
- Diagnosis of atypical mycobacterial infections in patients with symptoms suggestive of mycobacteriosis
- Rapid species-level identification of isolated mycobacteria
- Diagnostics in cases where conventional microbiological methods yield inconclusive results
- Analysis of mycolic acid structures in scientific and epidemiological studies
Test description
The LC-MS/MS – M-Typer method enables detailed analysis of mycolic acids, which are unique components of the mycobacterial cell wall. This technology allows for:
- Sensitive and specific identification of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex and atypical mycobacteria
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis of mycolic acids, providing precise information about their length and structure
- Rapid diagnostics without the need for lengthy bacterial cultures
- Classification of mycobacteria to the species level based on their lipid profile