27th May 2025

A 52-year-old woman with a background of HIV presents with progressive shortness of breath, cough and fever.

A 52-year-old woman with a background of HIV presents with progressive shortness of breath, cough and fever. A chest X-ray is taken, which shows bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy. She is seen by the Respiratory Team, who suspect a diagnosis of Tuberculosis. Sputum samples are collected. Which of the following stains can be used to confirm the suspected diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.