Microbiology (Culture)
Culture for Anaerobic Flora with Antibiotic Susceptibility
About
Culture to isolate and identify the causative organism. Used to diagnose infection.
Preparation
Drink plenty of fluids (water) 8-12 hours before collecting sputum. Avoid diuretics for 48 hours before urine collection (as agreed with your doctor). Women: provide the urogenital swab or urine before menstruation or 2-3 days after it ends. Men should not urinate for 3 hours before providing a urogenital swab or urine. Do not clean the mouth on the day the sample is taken.
Beyond these general rules, preparation for some tests and diagnostic procedures may require specific instructions from your treating doctor.
