Throat Swab Culture Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
Accurate diagnosis of sore throat and tonsillitis causes to distinguish between bacterial and viral infections, ensuring the correct antibiotic use and avoiding unnecessary medications.
Scientific name: Throat Swab Culture and Sensitivity
A comprehensive diagnostic package for throat infections. This includes culturing a throat swab sample on selective media (such as blood agar) to isolate and identify the causative bacteria, with a primary focus on group A streptococcus (Streptococcus pyogenes). It also includes antibiotic susceptibility testing of the isolated bacteria (especially...
Service type
Laboratory test (Swab)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed analysis for diagnosing infection tests
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting: Fasting is not required.
- Sampling: The swab should be taken gently from the affected area in the throat (tonsils, posterior pharynx) using a sterile swab, avoiding touching the tongue or cheeks to maintain the purity of the sample.
- Before treatment: The sample should be taken before starting any antibiotic treatment, as it may inhibit growth and lead to a false negative result.
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