Microbiology/Parasitology
Detecting the bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites that cause infection.
Infections may be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and other parasites. Whether by direct or indirect contact, droplet contact, oral route, airborne or vector transmission, our equipment is able to detect these organisms or their imprints on sample tissues.
Tests we offer include
- Urine microscopy, culture and sensitivity
- Stool microscopy, culture and sensitivity
- Occult blood
- Blood culture and sensitivity
- Widal reaction, XDRL
- Rheumatoid factor
- Sputum for A-AFB
- C.S.F. microscopy and cell count, culture and sensitivity
- Skin tests such as SNIP for microfilaria
- Scrapings from fungal elements
- Seminal fluid analysis (SFA)
- Urethral swab
- Vaginal swab microscopy, culture and sensitivity
- Various swabs and other tests
This page is general information and is not medical advice. Please speak to a qualified healthcare professional about your health.