Wound / Pus Culture & Sensitivity
Identifies the organism in an infected wound or abscess.
Also known as: pus culture, wound swab, abscess culture
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This one is done at the centre — it cannot be collected at home. Find your nearest branch.
- Turnaround
- 48–72 hours
- Preparation
- No fasting needed. Eat and drink normally.
- Sample
- Swab
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About this test
Particularly important in diabetic foot infection and in wounds that are not healing on standard antibiotics. Resistant organisms including MRSA are common enough that the sensitivity report frequently changes what is prescribed.
What it measures
- Organism identified
- Antibiotic sensitivity, including resistance markers
A note on results. A single test is one part of a clinical picture, not a diagnosis. Discuss your report with a qualified doctor, who will read it alongside your history and examination.
Related to
- Fever & infection
Often ordered with this
AFB Smear & Culture
Microscopy and liquid culture for tuberculosis.
- Smear same day; culture up to 6 weeks
- No fasting
Anti-HCV (Hepatitis C Antibody)
Screens for exposure to hepatitis C.
- Same day
- No fasting
- Home collection
ASO Titre
Evidence of a recent streptococcal infection, in suspected rheumatic fever.
- 24–48 hours
- No fasting
- Home collection