Table 1 Treatment initiation categorized as delayed (deferred) or without delay according to time to treatment initiation and diagnosis method
Diagnosis method | Without delay | Delayed (deferred) |
|---|---|---|
Xpert MTB/RIF | ≤ 7 days | >  7 days |
Line probe assay (LPA) | ||
Positive smear | ≤ 24 days | >  24 days |
Negative/unknown | ≤ 60 days | >  60 days |
Phenotypic drug sensitivity testing (DST) | ≤ 80 days | >  80 days |