| EX0469 CULTURE CAMPYLOBACTER |
| Specimen: |
Submit 1-2 gm stool OR Rectal swab in Cary Blair medium. Ship refrigerated. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 2 hrs |
48 hrs |
NA |
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| Method: |
Microaerophilic culture, MALDITOF-MS |
| Comment: |
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| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Bacteria of the genus Campylobacter cause a variety of inflammatory conditions of which acute diarrheal diseases are the most common. They especially affect compromised hosts and these infections may have late non-suppurative sequelae. The principal diarrheal pathogen is Campylobacter jejuni which accounts for 80-90% of all cases & mainly affects children and young adults. Campylobacter fetus affects individuals at extremes of ages and is the main causative agent of extra-intestinal illnesses. Systemic infections are most common in persons of high risk like those with AIDS, hypogammaglobulinemia, neoplasia, liver disease, Diabetes mellitus, generalized atherosclerosis, neonates & pregnant women. Campylobacter infections even if asymptomatic, are associated with growth stunting. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Gastroenterologist |
| Disease: |
Disorders of Gastroenterological Tract |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
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| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Microbiology |
| Pre Test Information: |
No special preparation required |
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