Diagnosis of the specific bacterial or fungal cause of conjunctivitis (pink eye) with purulent discharge, especially when there is no response to initial empirical treatment Determining the most appropriate antibiotic or antifungal for treating the infection through sensitivity testing, which enhances the chances of rapid recovery and reduces antibiotic resistance Assisting in the treatment of severe, chronic, or recurrent conjunctivitis cases Distinguishing between bacterial conjunctivitis, which requires antibiotics, and viral or allergic conjunctivitis, which have completely different treatments

Children and adults with acute conjunctivitis with purulent discharge (yellow/green) in one eye (left) or both Newborns with eye discharge (neonatal conjunctivitis) after the first week of life Patients with recurrent or chronic conjunctivitis Patients with immunocompromised conditions

Severe redness in the white of the eye (sclera) and inner eyelid Thick yellow or green discharge that sticks to the eyelids, especially after sleep Swelling of the eyelids Pain or a burning sensation or feeling of "sand" in the eye Light sensitivity (photophobia)

The healthy conjunctiva is relatively sterile or contains very few non-pathogenic bacteria. Therefore, a normal (negative) result is "no growth of pathogenic organisms." Any positive growth of pathogenic bacteria (such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae) is considered a positive result and indicates an active bacterial infection that requires treatment.

Left Eye Conjunctival Culture | Lahalak Platform

A laboratory test to identify the specific bacteria causing left eye inflammation and determine the most effective antibiotic, ensuring rapid recovery and protecting your vision.

Scientific name: Left Eye Conjunctival Culture and Sensitivity Test

A microbiological test performed on a swab sample from purulent or mucous secretions found in the conjunctiva (the thin membrane lining the eyelid and the inside of the eye) of the left eye. It aims to isolate and identify the bacteria or fungi responsible for the infection (bacterial or fungal conjunctivitis). This is followed by antibiotic suscep...

Left Eye Conjunctival Culture and Sensitivity Test - Left Eye Conjunctival Culture

Service type Swab and Culture Test

Duration 10-15 minutes

Fasting Fasting is not required

Included Services

Conjunctival Discharge (left) Culture and Sensitivity
Perform an antibiotic or antifungal sensitivity test against the isolated pathogen.
Consultation for result interpretation with a microbiologist or an ophthalmologist.
Personal support services from Lahalak

Medical Service Information

Purpose Test

Diagnosis of the specific bacterial or fungal cause of conjunctivitis (pink eye) with purulent discharge, especially when there is no response to initial empirical treatment
Determining the most appropriate antibiotic or antifungal for treating the infection through sensitivity testing, which enhances the chances of rapid recovery and reduces antibiotic resistance
Assisting in the treatment of severe, chronic, or recurrent conjunctivitis cases
Distinguishing between bacterial conjunctivitis, which requires antibiotics, and viral or allergic conjunctivitis, which have completely different treatments

Recommended groups

Children and adults with acute conjunctivitis with purulent discharge (yellow/green) in one eye (left) or both
Newborns with eye discharge (neonatal conjunctivitis) after the first week of life
Patients with recurrent or chronic conjunctivitis
Patients with immunocompromised conditions

Symptoms indicative

Severe redness in the white of the eye (sclera) and inner eyelid
Thick yellow or green discharge that sticks to the eyelids, especially after sleep
Swelling of the eyelids
Pain or a burning sensation or feeling of "sand" in the eye
Light sensitivity (photophobia)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Severe conjunctivitis with copious discharge.
Conjunctivitis in newborns (to check for chlamydia or gonorrhea).
Cases not responding to initial broad-spectrum antibiotic treatment.
Chronic or recurrent cases.
Patients who wear contact lenses.
Immunocompromised patients.

Normal Levels

The healthy conjunctiva is relatively sterile or contains very few non-pathogenic bacteria. Therefore, a normal (negative) result is "no growth of pathogenic organisms." Any positive growth of pathogenic bacteria (such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae) is considered a positive result and indicates an active bacterial infection that requires treatment.

Conditions & Notices

• Fasting is not required.
• No eye drops or ointments (antibiotics, corticosteroids) should be applied at least two hours before collecting the sample, as it may lead to a false negative result.
• The sample should be taken by a specialized doctor or nurse using sterile tools.
• It is preferable to collect the sample in the morning before washing the face, or when the discharge is abundant.
• The affected eye (left) should be clearly indicated on the test request.