Culture and Sensitivity, Tip

Description

This test involves culturing the tip of a catheter or other medical device to identify any bacterial or fungal growth. It’s particularly important for diagnosing catheter-related bloodstream infections or other device-associated infections. The culture helps determine the specific microorganisms present on the device, while the sensitivity test identifies which antibiotics would be most effective against them. This information is crucial for healthcare providers to diagnose device-related infections accurately and prescribe the most appropriate treatment, which is essential for managing complications in patients with indwelling medical devices.