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The article was professionally consulted with Master, Doctor Tran Thi Vuong - Doctor of Microbiology - Laboratory of Laboratory - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.Microbiological tests are tests conducted to detect the presence of microorganisms in patient samples. Through the analysis and diagnostic imaging of those microorganisms, it is possible to find the cause of the disease, thereby taking timely treatment measures.
Specimens used in microbiological testing can be taken from the human body, animals, living environment or foods, tools, etc. suspected of containing the causative agent of the disease. In addition to playing an important role in supporting diagnosis and treatment, microbiological testing is also applied in the scope of scientific research, teaching and legal.
1. List of common microbiological tests
Microbiological testing includes many different types of small tests. Depending on the type of suspected disease or the type of specimen used, the choice of which test is appropriate.List of common microbiological tests:
2. Notes when doing microbiological tests
Patients should note a few things before conducting a microbiological test so as not to affect the accuracy of the results. Specifically:Normally, microbiological immunological blood tests such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV tests do not strictly require blood collection before or after eating. For testing using urine, faeces, pus, sputum samples: it is necessary to prepare aseptic equipment carefully to store the specimens. Before taking samples, it is necessary to clean the outside of the genitals with tap water, avoid deep douching or use acidic and alkaline detergents. Fully report to your doctor about any medications or supplements you are taking. Store specimens at room temperature within the first hour and send to laboratories as soon as possible.
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Microbiological testing can help patients detect early and promptly treat many diseases, avoiding long-term dangerous complications. Therefore, when patients have any doubts, instead of being subjective, they should immediately go to reputable medical facilities to do microbiological tests as soon as possible.
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