Category Archives: Blood Culture

Blood Culture Procedure

Blood Culture Procedure
Blood culture refers to a medical procedure that involves the collection and observation of a blood sample from a person’s body. This is done by examining the blood in a pathological lab to detect the presence of infectious bacteria or other microorganisms in the body. Since the bloodstream is a sterile environment in [...]

Blood Contamination Rates in Blood Culture

Blood Contamination Rates in Blood Culture
Blood cultures are used to detect the presence of pathogens that result in infections. It is also used in deciding the correct course of antibiotic treatment. Blood cultures are, however, quite susceptible to contamination from external bacteria. This can be a disconcerting problem faced by laboratories and hospitals as bacteria [...]