Suggest Reliable And Accurate Test For Tuberculosis

Posted on Mon, 6 Jul 2015

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Question : Hi,
I am a 32 year old female ttc for 4yrs. I have mild polycystic ovaries. My uterus is normal. I have no blocked tubes . I had done a interferon gamma test for Tuberculosis, the report came as negative. But when an mpcr test was conducted with mensuration blood , it came as positive. Which test report should be considered for tuberculosis?

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Consider PCR

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for your query.

I have read you query and I understand your concerns about Tuberculosis ( TB ).

Following is my reply:

1) PCR is more reliable. You can consider taking AKT for 6 months.

2) After 6 months of treatment, please go ahead with IVF as your age is already 32 which is higher side.

3) Dont waste anymore time. Finish AKT and go for IVF.

I hope I answered you query and addressed your concerns.

Let me know if you wish to ask any further questions. I will be glad to help you.

Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol.
IVF & Infertility Specialist.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar