Culture Stool and Susceptibility, Aerobic
Detection of bacterial pathogens in stool and antibiotic susceptibility
Overview of Culture Stool and Susceptibility, Aerobic in Kollam
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
- Specimen Source
- Grams Stain
- Culture
- Organism
- Remark
Doctor information
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
1 labs across India
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Stool | Others | 1 MG |
Specimen stability information
Stool
Collection instructions
Microbiology
Test price
₹335
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