Tests & services
Microbiology, Parasitology & Serology
When infection is suspected, we find the organism and show which medicines will work against it.
Overview
Our microbiology section grows and identifies bacteria from urine, blood, swabs, sputum and other samples, and tests which antibiotics are effective. It also covers parasite tests such as malaria and microfilaria, stool and urine analysis, and serology screening such as hepatitis B and C, HIV, syphilis and Widal.
Tests in this section (40)
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What to expect
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Container
We give you the right container and clear collection instructions for urine, stool and swabs.
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Sample
A blood sample is taken, or you bring your collected sample back promptly.
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Analysis
Samples are examined, cultured or screened. Cultures take one to several days.
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Result
Results go to you or your doctor, with the effective antibiotics for cultures.
Questions about microbiology, parasitology & serology
Bacteria must be grown before they can be identified and tested against antibiotics, which takes 24–72 hours or more.
Yes. Results are released only to you or the person you authorise.
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