{"product_id":"mtb-genexpert","title":"MTB GeneXpert","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"test-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"test-lead\"\u003eThe MTB GeneXpert (Xpert MTB\/RIF) is a rapid molecular test that simultaneously diagnoses tuberculosis AND tests for rifampicin resistance in under 2 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat does this test check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUses real-time PCR to detect Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA and simultaneously identifies mutations conferring rifampicin resistance — a proxy marker for multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy get tested?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGeneXpert is endorsed by the WHO as the preferred initial test for TB diagnosis. It provides results in 2 hours (vs. weeks for culture), enabling immediate treatment initiation and early detection of drug-resistant TB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho should get this test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003ePatients with symptoms of TB (cough for 2+ weeks, night sweats, weight loss, hemoptysis), those at risk for drug-resistant TB, or immunocompromised individuals where rapid diagnosis is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSputum samples are collected in a sterile container. The laboratory will provide instructions on proper collection technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NowExpress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55596733431976,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nowexpress.ph\/products\/mtb-genexpert","provider":"NowExpress","version":"1.0","type":"link"}