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Test Details

Stool Culture

General Info:

Description:

The stool culture test is conducted to isolate and identify bacterial organisms responsible for gastrointestinal symptoms . Healthcare professionals utilize stool cultures to screen for Salmonella, Shigella, Enteropathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter jejuni, etc.. This test mainly identifies pathogens colonizing the gastrointestinal tract, causing any associated symptoms, and initiates appropriate treatment suggestions.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Stool, Rectal Swab, etc.

Container Type: 

Sterile Cup

Volume: 

1 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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