DJ Stent for Fungus C/S with Fungus Stain (KOH)

Specimen Required

DJ Stent

Fasting Required

Purpose of the DJ Stent for Fungus C/S with Fungus Stain (KOH) Test

A DJ stent is a small, flexible tube that is inserted into the ureter (the tube that connects the kidney to the bladder) to help urine flow from the kidney to the bladder. In some cases, fungal infections can develop on the DJ stent or in the urinary tract, leading to complications such as kidney damage or sepsis.

When this DJ Stent for Fungus C/S with Fungus Stain (KOH) test is required

This test is usually ordered when a healthcare provider suspects that a patient with a DJ stent has a fungal infection in the urinary tract. Symptoms of a fungal infection can include fever, chills, nausea, or pain in the back or side.

What the DJ Stent for Fungus C/S with Fungus Stain (KOH) Test Detects

The DJ Stent Fungus Culture and Sensitivity with Fungus Stain (KOH) test is used to detect the presence of fungal infection in urine samples collected from patients who have a DJ stent in place.

Preparation for the DJ Stent for Fungus C/S with Fungus Stain (KOH) Test

No specific preparation is needed for this test. However, patients should inform their healthcare provider if they have been taking any antifungal medications, as this can affect the test results. It is also important to follow any instructions given by the healthcare provider regarding urine collection or DJ stent removal, if necessary.

Sample Requirements

A urine sample is required for this test, which can be collected using a clean-catch method or by inserting a catheter into the bladder. The healthcare provider may also need to remove the DJ stent to collect a sample of any biofilm that may have developed on its surface.

Additional Notes

It is important to note that this test may take several days to produce results, as the fungus needs time to grow on the culture medium. Additionally, false-negative results may occur if there is not enough fungus in the sample, or if the fungus is slow-growing. It is also possible for the test to produce false-positive results, which means that fungus is identified in the sample, but it may not be causing an infection.

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