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Why don't doctors do a lab test before they give antibiotics?
Why don't doctors do a lab test before they give antibiotics?
Why don't doctors do a lab test before they give antibiotics?
They give antibiotics immediately to ease infection first and then suggest you to take a lab test.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What would a urine culture show?
A urine culture test can identify bacteria or yeast causing a urinary tract infection (UTI). If bacteria multiply, an antibiotic sensitivity test can identify the antibiotic most likely to kill those particular bacteria.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What can be detected and can be tested by urine test?
A urinalysis is a test of your urine. It is used to detect and manage a wide range of disorders, such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease and diabetes.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Can we take Urine culture while on antibiotics?
No, it is not advisable to take a urine culture while on antibiotics.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Why would a doctor order blood cultures?
A blood culture test helps your doctor figure out if you have a kind of infection that is in your bloodstream and can affect your entire body.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
How does a UTI urine culture test work?
UTI urine culture test works by providing ample growth support to various bacteria and yeast in lab conditions. Hence, if the sample contains bacteria and yeast they will grow and one can detect the type of bacteria or yeast growing.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY - URINE (AUTOMATED)
Culture And Sensitivity Urine, Urine CS, Urine C/S
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