How you can get an accurate TB diagnosis with the help of our ML-based mobile application. Required materials? Just a fast and easy sputum smear and we’ll teach you how to get your diagnosis from TBDetect.
Why use TBDetect:
– Accurate diagnosis
– Immediate results
– Powered by machine learning


Usage Instructions
![]() | 1. Collect a sputum sample and stain to prepare a microscope slide Collect a sample of sputum and stain (preferably a Ziehl Neelsen stain) to view under a microscope. |
![]() | 2. Scan slide with stained sputum using the app and a microscope Use a bright-field microscope to magnify the stained sputum, or make use of a low-cost portable microscope that can be manufactured out of simple materials. |
![]() | 3. Receive your diagnosis from the app Easy to read, simple, concise diagnosis within seconds. |
![]() | 4. Follow up We highly suggest completing another test, such as a sputum culture, post-scan. This can provide information on whether the infection is latent or active, which can help to guide treatment. |