Laboratory test
Bacterial culture with antibiotic susceptibility testing (throat, nose, wounds, eyes, ears, urine, bile or cervical canal)
Test code · МБ.001
Culture of bacteria from a selected specimen and determination of the isolated organism's antibiotic susceptibility.
- Specimen
- Ask the laboratory about the specimen type
- Turnaround time
- 3–7 days
Collection points for the selected city
About the test
In a bacterial culture, the specimen is placed in conditions suitable for bacterial growth. If a clinically significant microorganism is isolated, susceptibility testing helps the doctor select an appropriate medicine.
This service covers different sampling sites; the specific specimen is agreed in advance. Growth of microbiota may reflect carriage or specimen contamination, so the result is assessed alongside signs of infection rather than used to select an antibiotic on your own.
Why it is ordered
- Isolate bacteria from a specific clinical specimen.
- Assess the antibiotic susceptibility of a significant isolate if it can be recovered.
How to prepare
Before taking the test, ask the laboratory about preparation and specimen collection requirements. Tell your doctor about medicines and recent treatment. Do not stop prescribed medicines on your own.
Where to have the test
All collection pointsCheck whether the test can be taken at your chosen collection point.
Happy Clinic
Rasul Dent
We will help you prepare for your visit
We will answer questions about services and the testing process.