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Blood culture and sensitivity

Bacteria growing in blood.

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Bacteria growing in blood. Why it is done: Typhoid, sepsis, high fever. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references

Why it is done

Typhoid, sepsis, high fever.

Preparation

Taken before antibiotics. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Infection identified. Low or negative may mean: No growth. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

⚠️ Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.

Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.

Related conditions

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Common questions

Why is Blood culture and sensitivity done?
Typhoid, sepsis, high fever.

Do I need to prepare or fast for Blood culture and sensitivity?
Taken before antibiotics. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Infection identified. Low or negative may mean: No growth. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references

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