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What is the laboratory procedure for determining the pathogen present in sputum?
The laboratory procedure for determining the pathogen present in sputum involves first collecting the sputum sample from the patient. The sample is then cultured on appropriate media to allow for the growth of any present pathogens. After growth, the colonies are identified through various methods such as biochemical tests, microscopy, and molecular techniques. Antibiotic susceptibility testing can also be performed to guide treatment decisions.
What is an induced sputum specimen?
An induced sputum specimen is a sample of mucus and other material from the respiratory tract that is collected by asking a patient to cough deeply after inhaling a hypertonic saline mist to help bring up sputum. This sample is then analyzed in the laboratory to detect pathogens, inflammation, or other respiratory issues.
What is the name of what normally comes out from the mouth when you cough?
It is called sputum if it is coming from the lungs or bronchial tubes.
Is saliva and sputum both considered OPIM?
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How do you pronounce sputum?
Sputum
What are the normal results of a sputum culture?
Sputum from a healthy person would have no growth on culture. A mixture of microorganisms, however, normally found in a person's mouth and saliva often contaminate the culture. they may be reported as normal flora contamination.
Is Sputum a fluid normally found in the lower respiratory tract and is not associated with pathology?
I think your thinking of applesauce. Sputum is actually found in llama spit.
How do you take out sputum?
any medication for sputum?
What kinds of patient samples are used for the purpose of identifying possible pathogens?
Samples may include stool sample, blood sample, or other samples.
What is sputum mug?
A sputum mug is also known as a sputum cup. It is a cup usually made of paper or thin cardboard to receive and isolate the sputum of a patient with respiratory disease.
What does rust colored sputum have to do with meningitis?
what does rust colored sputum have to do with menigitis
Is sputum another word for Phlegm?
Phlegm would be described as sputum only after it is expelled from the body. The word sputum literally means, that which has been spit.
