Explain the role of LPA in the diagnosis of DRTB including both FL and SL LPA.

Provide an overview of the SLPA

Indications for use of SLLPA

Results it provides and its interpretations

Describe the FL LPA as a test for diagnosis of INH Resistance and Rifampicin Resistance.

1. Provide an overview of the LPA Test- A rapid molecular test available at centralized laboratories using a combination of PCR, Gel Electrophoresis technologies. Primarily used for the diagnosis of DRTB. 
2. Discuss the important advantages and disadvantages of the platform.
   1. Rapid test 
   2. Multiple tests at a time-Larger throughput
   3. lower sensitivity requiring culture
   4. Many genetic probes tested simultaneously
3. Provide a brief overview(pictures) of the LPA laboratory and processing.