Mycobacterial culture of suspected non-pulmonary site of pathology

Alternative names:

culture - mycobacterial of suspected non-pulmonary site of pathology

How the test is performed:

A biopsy or aspiration of tissue or fluid is placed in appropriate culture media to detect the growth of tuberculosis.

How to prepare for the test:

The preparation depends upon the suspected site of infection.

Infants and children:
The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experience, and level of trust. For specific information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics as they correspond to your child's age:

• infant test or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year)
• toddler test or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years)
• preschooler test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years)
• schoolage test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years)
• adolescent test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years)

How the test will feel:

How the test will feel depends upon the type of fluid or tissue needed for the test. A biopsy or aspiration will be performed.

Why the test is performed:

To detect tuberculosis infection, or when spread of tuberculosis from the lungs to other tissues is suspected.