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Test Details

Bacterial panel

General Info:

Description:

Bacterial panel tests are utilized to identify prevalent life-threatening bacteria, namely Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli that are associated with bloodstream infections (BSIs). Healthcare professionals rely on this test for rapid and accurate diagnosis of BSIs caused by such bacteria, enabling the prompt initiation of effective antimicrobial therapy.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Blood

Container Type: 

EDTA tube

Volume: 

4 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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