Anaerobic infection secretion may be cultured to test the sensitivity of the bacteria. The goal is to see if the infection is due to anaerobic bacteria. For this test, a sterile cotton swab is used to collect the secretions and sent immediately to the laboratory.
Anaerobic bacteria are bacteria that can not survive in the presence of oxygen. Some of the examples of anaerobic bacteria are Staphylococcus, E.Coli, Clostridium, Actinomyces, Acetobacterium, etc. The growth of anaerobic bacteria in the body causes anaerobic infections. Anaerobic infections can occur when deep tissues are injured or exposed to anaerobic bacteria. This can occur due to surgery or trauma, etc. Anaerobic bacteria mostly affects abdomen, heart, mouth, skin, bones, joints, respiratory tract, central nervous system, genitals, etc. The risk factors of getting an anaerobic infection are diabetes, a weak immune system, low blood flow, staph infection, open wounds, etc. The common symptoms of anaerobic infection are smelly discharge, pus-filled abscess, discoloration of the infected area, etc.
This test may be recommended to you if you experience certain symptoms like tissue damage or gangrene, swelling, pain, change in the color of your skin, smelly discharge, change in the color of your discharge like white, green, yellow or brown, pus-filled abscess, etc. This test may be specially performed to check if the infection is due to anaerobic bacteria or not. This test is also recommended to plan the treatment according to the type of bacteria. The test is also recommended to check the effectiveness of the treatment given.
Inform your doctor if you are on any medications, have any allergies or underlying medical conditions before your Culture And Sensitivity Anaerobic Infection Secretion. Your doctor will give specific instructions depending on your condition on how to prepare for Culture And Sensitivity Anaerobic Infection Secretion.
No specific preparation is required for this anaerobic infection secretion culture and sensitivity test.
The normal test results may vary depending on age, health history, medical condition, etc.
If your test results show negative it means there is no growth of anaerobic bacteria.
If your test results show positive it may indicate that you may have an anaerobic bacterial infection.
If you get abnormal test results, consult your doctor immediately with your lab test reports.
Gender | Age groups | Value |
UNISEX | All age groups | The growth depends on the infecting organism. Clearing around the disc indicates organism is sensitive to antibiotic |