XPERT CARBA-R
A test used to detect carbapenem-resistant bacteria, which are resistant to many antibiotics. It helps in diagnosing infections caused by resistant organisms.
XPERT CARBA-R Test in Mangaluru Overview
No special preparations needed
- Specimen Type
- Blaimp-1 Gene
- Blavim Gene
- Blaoxa-48 Gene
- Blakpc Gene
- Blandm Gene
This test detects the presence of carbapenemase-producing organisms, which are bacteria resistant to carbapenem antibiotics. It identifies five major gene families responsible for this resistance.
Detecting resistant bacteria early helps prevent their spread in healthcare settings and guides appropriate antibiotic therapy, especially in critically ill or immunocompromised patients.
A rectal swab or other clinical specimen (like wound or respiratory sample) may be collected for analysis.
No special preparation is required. The collection method depends on the site of infection or screening protocol.
Results are generally available within a few hours to 1 day.
Test code
8722
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Culture | Others | 2 ML |
| Swab | Others | 1 NO |
Specimen stability information
Culture, Swab
Collection instructions
Age,Gender,Clinical history required
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
'
Turn around time
Same Day
Performing locations
Department
- Molecular Biology
CPT and Loinc codes
Package price
₹10000
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