Category
Microbiology
Sub Category
culture & sensitivity only (C/S)
Synonyms/Aliases
stool C/S
Abbreviations
N / A
Type
profile/ panel (bundled tests)
Results
Results will be ready after 3 days
Method
culture and antibiotic sensitivity testing (where indicated) using conventional methods
Temp
Transport temprature at room temperature. if >2hour delay is expected before delivery, refrigerate.
Setup
Setup perfomed daily
Pre-analytic Considerations :
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COMPONENTS/ PARAMETERS:
microscopy, pathogen isolation, identification & reporting of appropriate antibiotics as applicable
Test ordering Instructions
Fill out request form fully & legibly. Book with the lab/ confirm reagent availability.
Patient preparation
N / A
Sample Requirements
Fill out test request form fully & legibly. clinical history/ indications required inclusive of results of other diagnostic work-up. concurrent CBC printout or CBC order required. concurrent PBF order/ examination required for optimal hematological assessment.
Sample type
Stool
Container/ preservative
clean, dry, wide mouthed container which is labeled. alternatively, transport swab in cary-blair transport medium.
Sample volume
10 Grams
Rejection criteria
labeling issue (unlabeled/ mislabeled); missing request form; mismatch between request form & sample details; wrong sample type; empty sample containers; soiled diapers.
Other Instructions
Toilet paper is unsuitable for collection.
Reference intervals
no growth obtained/ no pathogens isolated
Clinical Utility
Detecting bacteria responsible for infections.
Test Limitations/ Confounders
N / A