Cerebrospinal Fluid – Shunt Culture
The primary treatment approach for congenital hydrocephalus in children is the implementation of a Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) shunt. Even in the absence of pleocytosis or changes in CSF chemistries, a positive culture often indicates infection in patients with a compromised device. Healthcare professionals rely on this test to detect shunt malfunctions, facilitating the accurate selection […]
Cerebrospinal Fluid – LP Culture
The Lumbar Puncture Culture, which analyzes the Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), serves to investigate potential central nervous system disorders. Widely regarded as the gold standard for meningitis and ventriculitis, this test can pinpoint the pathogenic origins of the CSF. Healthcare practitioners rely on this diagnostic tool to identify infectious and non-infectious neurological syndromes and decide the […]
Candida auris screen
The Candida auris screen test is a diagnostic tool used to identify the presence of the fungal pathogen Candida auris. In clinical settings, Candida auris is acknowledged as one of the pathogens that frequently exhibit resistance to antifungal treatments. Healthcare professionals utilize this test to detect the organism, aiding in the selection of appropriate antifungal […]
Acinetobacter screen
The Acinetobacter screen test serves as a diagnostic tool for identifying the presence of the pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii. In clinical settings, Acinetobacter baumannii is recognized as one of the pathogens accountable for ventilator-associated pneumonia and can also colonize asymptomatically. Healthcare professionals employ this test to detect the organism, facilitating the selection of appropriate antibiotic therapy. […]
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Antigen
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a major cause of respiratory tract infections, affecting the pediatric and elderly populations. The diagnosis of RSV infection involves detecting viral proteins in nasal and throat secretion swabs. The test is indicated in individuals with an intractable cough, fever, and breathing difficulty. The test helps in timely identification and appropriate […]
