Corneal Scrapping For Bacterial C/S (Aerobic) E Gram Stain

Specimen Required

Comeal

Fasting Required

Purpose of the Test

Corneal scraping for bacterial culture and sensitivity (C/S) with Gram stain is a diagnostic test used to identify and determine the antibiotic sensitivity of bacteria that may be causing an eye infection.

When this test is required

This test is typically requested when a patient presents with symptoms of a corneal infection, such as eye pain, redness, and discharge. The test may also be ordered if a patient has a history of recurrent corneal infections or if initial treatment with antibiotics has been ineffective.

What the Test Detects

Corneal scraping for bacterial culture and sensitivity (C/S) and Gram stain is a diagnostic test that is performed to identify the presence of bacterial infections in the eye.

Preparation for the Test

There is no specific preparation needed for this test, but your healthcare provider may ask you to stop using contact lenses or eye drops for a certain period before the test.

Sample Requirements

To perform the test, a healthcare provider will use a sterile instrument to gently scrape the surface of your cornea, the clear front part of your eye. The sample collected will be sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Additional Notes

It is important to note that this test is not used to diagnose viral or fungal infections of the eye. Additionally, the test results may take several days to become available, so treatment may need to be initiated before the results are known.

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