Rectal Swab Culture Test | Lahalak Platform
Laboratory analysis to detect enteric bacteria causing diarrhea and pain, identifying the best treatment to eliminate infection and ensure complete digestive health.
Scientific name: Rectal Swab Culture and Sensitivity
A diagnostic microbiological examination in which a sample is collected from inside the rectum using a special sterile swab. The sample is cultured on a range of selective and differential media for the initial isolation of pathogenic enteric bacteria. The primary goal is to isolate and identify bacterial pathogens (such as Salmonella, Shigella, Ca...
Service type
Laboratory Culture (Swab)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A precise culture of a rectal smear sample on specialized selective media for pathogenic enteric bacteria.
- Isolating and identifying the causative bacteria, and performing antibiotic sensitivity testing when appropriate.
- Consult a microbiologist or infectious disease physician to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required. There are no complicated preparations.
- The use of laxatives, enemas, or rectal suppositories should be avoided for 72 hours prior to sample collection, as they may remove the target organisms.
- Antibiotics should be avoided for two weeks before the sample is taken, if possible, as they may give a false negative result.
- The sample must be collected by a trained healthcare professional using a sterile swab, inserted into a special transport medium, and quickly transported to the laboratory.
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