TESTS
Microbiological Dept

The microbiological tests performed in a microbiological laboratory include a wide range of analyses related to the detection and identification of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites).

The main categories are:

1. Cultures and antibiogram

   • Urine culture

   • Stool culture

   • Throat/cervical/nasal swab culture

   • Sputum culture

   • Wound or other fluid culture

   • Antibiogram (testing the sensitivity of microbes to antibiotics)

2. Parasitological tests

   • Stool examination for parasites

   • Blood test for malaria, etc.

3. Mycological tests

   • Culture for dermatophytes

   • Direct microscopy (e.g., from nails, skin)