Body Fluid Gram Stain Test | Lahalak Platform
A rapid microscopic examination of body fluids to immediately identify bacterial types, helping doctors choose the correct antibiotic treatment in critical clinical situations.
Scientific name: Body Fluid Gram Stain
Body Fluid Gram Stain is a rapid microscopic examination performed on samples of sterile body fluids (such as peritoneal, pleural, pericardial, synovial, or cerebrospinal fluid) to identify the presence of bacteria and initially classify them as "Gram-positive" (appearing purple) or "Gram-negative" (appearing red/pink), in addition to assessing the...
Service type
Microscopic examination (Fluids)
Duration
15-30 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Preparation, smearing, and rapid microscopic staining (with Gram stain) of a body fluid sample.
- A detailed microscopic examination by a microbiologist to determine the presence and description of bacteria and cells.
- Consult an infectious disease or internal medicine specialist to interpret the initial results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required. It depends on the procedure for collecting fluid (paracentesis).
- The sample must be collected in sterile, specialized containers (often drawn into a sterile syringe).
- The sample must be transported to the laboratory very quickly (within 30 minutes if possible), especially for microscopy and culture, because delaying transport may lead to cell decomposition and the proliferation of contaminating bacteria.
- The laboratory must be informed of the exact source of the fluid and the initial diagnosis.
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