Microscopic Examination + Culture + Antifungal Susceptibility

Blood culture is a test to check for the presence of bacteria or fungi in the blood. This is considered the gold standard for diagnosing sepsis.

Normally, fluids within closed body cavities are sterile. When an infection is suspected, cultures are conducted to:
. Identify bacterial or fungal strains responsible for the infection.
. Isolate bacterial strains to facilitate antibiotic susceptibility testing.
. Provide critical information for clinicians to prescribe an appropriate antibiotic treatment plan for the patient.

. This test is performed to detect and identify infections in the vaginal or urethral area through microscopic examination and culture of the sample, allowing for the isolation of fungi or bacteria causing the infection.
. Sensitivity testing is included to determine the most effective antifungal or antibiotic treatment, guiding appropriate therapy and ensuring successful management of the condition.

. Usually when diagnosing respiratory diseases, based on clinical symptoms, the doctor will ask you to perform a sputum culture test. Mainly in cases of lower respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia, acute bronchitis, lung abscess, etc.
. The test is used also in the treatment planning, and monitoring of several kinds of lung conditions.

. Gram Stain test is a fundamental technique in microbiology, used to determine the presence of bacteria, fungi,… in clinical samples.
. By providing preliminary rapid identification of microorganisms and their general characteristics, the Gram stain helps clinicians choose appropriate antibiotics and initiate targeted therapies, especially in critical care situations.