Ascitic Fluid Culture and Sensitivity
UGX 55,000Reason for Test
Detects bacteria in abdominal fluid, aiding in diagnosing abdominal infections.
Sample needed for Test
Ascitic fluid
Patient Preparation
Fasting may be required
Time needed to Get Results
2-3 days
About the Test
This test examines abdominal fluid for bacterial presence, guiding doctors in treating abdominal infections effectively. It involves collecting fluid from the abdomen for analysis
Blood Culture and Sensitivity (Aerobic)
UGX 70,000Reason for Test
Identifies aerobic bacterial growth in blood, important for diagnosing and treating bloodstream infections
Sample needed for Test
Blood
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
3-5 days
About the Test
This test detects aerobic bacteria in the bloodstream, aiding in diagnosing and treating infections. It involves collecting a blood sample for analysis.
Blood Culture and Sensitivity (Anaerobic)
UGX 80,000Reason for Test
Identifies anaerobic bacterial growth in blood, crucial for diagnosing and treating serious infections.
Sample needed for Test
Blood
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
3-5 days
About the Test
This test detects anaerobic bacteria in the bloodstream, aiding in diagnosing and treating severe infections. It involves collecting a blood sample for analysis.
CSF Culture and Sensitivity
UGX 97,000Reason for Test
Identifies bacteria in cerebrospinal fluid, crucial for diagnosing neurological infections.
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
3-5 days
About the Test
This test examines cerebrospinal fluid to detect bacteria, aiding in diagnosing and treating neurological infections. It involves collecting fluid from the spine or brain for analysis
Sputum ZN, Gram Stain + Culture and Sensitivity
UGX 68,000Reason for Test
Detects tuberculosis and other bacteria in lung mucus, vital for diagnosing respiratory infections
Sample needed for Test
Sputum
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
3-4 days
About the Test
This test examines mucus from the lungs to identify bacteria, including tuberculosis, aiding in respiratory infection diagnosis and treatment. It involves collecting mucus for analysis
Stool Analysis + Culture and Sensitivity
UGX 58,000Reason for Test
Looks for bacteria causing gastrointestinal infections in stool, essential for diagnosing digestive issues
Sample needed for Test
Stool
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
3-5 days
About the Test
This test examines stool for bacterial presence, aiding in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal infections. It involves providing a stool sample for analysis.
Swab Culture and Sensitivity
UGX 598,000Reason for Test
Identifies harmful bacteria causing infections in wounds.
Sample needed for Test
Swab from affected area
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
2-3 days
About the Test
This test helps diagnose infections by detecting the presence and type of bacteria, aiding in proper treatment. It involves swabbing the infected area to collect samples for analysis.
Urine Culture and Sensitivity
UGX 55,000Reason for Test
Checks for bacteria causing urinary tract infections in urine, vital for diagnosing and treating UTIs
Sample needed for Test
Urine
Patient Preparation
No special preparation needed
Time needed to Get Results
2-3 days
About the Test
This test examines urine for bacterial presence, aiding in diagnosing and treating urinary tract infections. It involves providing a urine sample for analysis.