What is PUS Culture and Sensitivity ?
The Pus Culture and Sensitivity test is a laboratory procedure used to identify the type of bacteria or fungi causing an infection in pus, a thick fluid that accumulates at the site of an infection. This test also determines the sensitivity of the identified pathogen to various antibiotics or antifungal medications, guiding effective treatment. The test involves collecting a sample of pus from an infected wound, abscess, or surgical site. The sample is cultured in a controlled environment to promote the growth of microorganisms. Once growth is observed, the organisms are identified and tested against antibiotics to determine the most effective treatment. Doctors recommend this test when a patient has a non-healing wound, abscess, or signs of localized infection such as redness, swelling, warmth, pain, or discharge. It is also useful for diagnosing deep-seated infections, such as those in bones or joints, and for monitoring treatment effectiveness in ongoing infections.
PUS Culture and Sensitivity Report Format: Breakdown
Here’s what an ideal PUS Culture and Sensitivity report format should include:
Header Information:
- Patient Details: Full name, Age, Gender, and ID.
- TAT information: Timestamp for both sample collection and report generation.
- Doctor's Information: Name of the referral doctor, if applicable.
Test Results Section:
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Patient's results
As obvious as it is, a test report should definitely have the patient's test result.
Interpretations
Nowadays, most labs prefer to add interpretations to the reports, making the report more patient-friendly. Labsmart software has interpretations of all routine test pre-filled in the software.
Footer Section:
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Certifications:
Display any relevant accreditations (e.g., NABL, ISO), adding to your lab's credibility.
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Pathologist and technician signature:
It's mandatory to add a Pathologist and technician signature to the report.
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