Aerobic C&S Stool Culture and Susceptibility Testing - MIC
Test Code
C71
Also Known As
* Stool Culture and Sensitivity (C&S)
* Stool C/S with MIC
* Stool for Bacterial Pathogens
* Enteric Pathogen Culture
* Diarrhea Stool Culture
* Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing (Stool)
* Bacterial Stool Culture
* Stool for Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter (and sometimes E. coli O157)
* Minimum Inhibitory Concentration Stool Test
* Stool Culture with AST
* Aerobic Stool Culture (Pathogenic)
* Stool for Pathogen Identification and Susceptibility
* Enteric Screen and Culture
* Diarrheal Stool Workup
* Microbiological Examination of Feces
Test Parameters Included
1. Aerobic Pathogen Identification: The lab uses specialized growth media (agar plates) to isolate harmful bacteria from your stool. Common targets i... Read more
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Methodology
Automated Culture and Susceptibility Testing (MIC)<br/> This test employs an Automated Culture and Susceptibility Testing system to identify specific ... Read more
Sample Required
STOOL (Fresh Random Stool or Rectal Swab in Transport Media)<br/> * Fresh Random Stool: The preferred sample is a fresh, spontaneously passed stool sp... Read more
Preparation
Proper collection and timely transport are critical to ensure the viability of pathogens and prevent overgrowth of commensal flora. * Patient Instruct... Read more
Schedule Report
72 Hours
Emergency Report
Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a stool culture test for?<br/> A: A stool culture test is used to identify specific pathogenic bacteria in a stool sample that cause gastr... Read more
Test Description
- High-end laboratory & medical equipment.
- Outstanding doctor team.
- Personalized care & high-quality service.
- Tailormade health screening packages.