Culture Stool and Susceptibility, Aerobic

Detection of bacterial pathogens in stool and antibiotic susceptibility

Also known asstool culture and susceptibilitystool aerobic culture c/sculture stool and susceptibilityaerobic
Available viaHome Collection
GenderMale & Female
Contains5 parameters
Earliest reports in4 Working Days
PreparationNo preparation needed

Overview of Culture Stool and Susceptibility, Aerobic in Aluva

What is a stool culture (aerobic C-S), and why is it needed?

A stool culture (aerobic C-S) examines bacterial infections in the digestive tract. It helps in diagnosing:

Food poisoning (Salmonella, E. coli, Shigella)
Gastrointestinal infections
Persistent diarrhea and stomach pain



How is the test performed?

A stool sample is collected and cultured (examined) under aerobic conditions to identify bacterial pathogens.


How long does it take to get stool culture results?

The stool bacteria needs to grow and then can be detected accurately. Thus, it usually takes 2 to 4 days for accurate examination.


What should I avoid before a stool culture test?

No major precautions are to be taken. You just need to avoid:

Antibiotics or probiotics (can affect bacterial growth)

Certain foods that may interfere with results

Test included

Culture Stool and Susceptibility, Aerobic includes 5 parameters

  • Specimen Source
  • Grams Stain
  • Culture
  • Organism
  • Remark

Test code

5700CS

CPT and Loinc codes

Department

  • Micro Biology

Turn around time

4 Working Days

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 17:00

Performing locations

104 labs across India

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information

SpecimenVacutainerVolume
StoolOthers1 MG

Specimen stability information

Stool

Collection instructions

Microbiology

Culture Stool and Susceptibility, Aerobic

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