Blood Culture at Test Zone Diagnostic Center

A blood culture is a test to detect the presence of microorganisms like bacteria or fungi in the bloodstream. It is crucial for diagnosing septicemia (blood poisoning) and bacteremia. The blood sample is incubated in a culture medium, and if pathogens grow, they are identified to determine the cause of a systemic infection.

Key Benefits:

• Critical for diagnosing life-threatening bloodstream infections (sepsis).

• Identifies the specific organism causing the infection.

• Enables doctors to prescribe the most effective antibiotics.