Specimen: Collect 8-10 mL blood aseptically in special Plus Aerobic bottle available from Medilab. For children less than 12 yrs collect 2 mL blood in Special Paeds Plus bottle available from Medilab. Mix by gentle swirling. Ship at room temperature.

Stability (Room): 48 hrs

Stability (Refrigerated): N/A

Stability (Frozen): N/A

Method: Rapid Automated Aerobic Culture, Automated-MIC, MALDITOF-MS, KBDD

Comment:

Price: Contact Medilab

Turnaround time (TAT): 7 days

Usage: Rapid automated cultures can identify the organisms earlier and with increased sensitivity as compared to conventional culture. On identification of the organism, antibiotic susceptibilities are performed that aid in selection of appropriate antibiotic for treatment.

Specialty: Physician

Disease: Infections

Components: Includes ANTIBIOTIC SENSITIVITY if indicated

Courier Charges:

Home Collection: Available

Department:

Pre-test Information: No special preparation required