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The document discusses the history and increasing importance of automation in microbiology laboratories, particularly for blood cultures, noting that traditional culture methods can take 72 hours for results while rapid automated methods are needed to identify pathogens faster to guide antibiotic treatment for infections like sepsis. It also outlines the steps involved in optimal blood collection for cultures, including patient preparation, materials, and techniques to maximize success in collecting pediatric samples.
The document discusses various methods for diagnosing important bacterial diseases through laboratory examination. Effective diagnosis allows for timely treatment and control measures. Key methods discussed include microscopy, culture techniques, biochemical reactions, serological identification, and molecular diagnosis. Microscopy can identify bacterial morphology and staining properties. Culture techniques isolate bacteria on selective media and examine colony characteristics. Biochemical tests identify metabolic properties. Serology detects bacterial antigens and antibodies. Molecular methods like PCR and sequencing provide sensitive, specific identification and can detect non-culturable bacteria. Together, these diagnostic methods allow clinicians to initiate appropriate treatment and control of bacterial outbreaks.
The document provides information on the diagnosis of important bacterial diseases. It discusses the importance of quick diagnostic results for effective treatment during disease outbreaks. It covers the types and activities of various antimicrobial classes against different bacteria and microorganisms. It also describes the scope of bacterial infections, types of bacteria, why diagnosis is needed, recommended diagnostics for various diseases, steps in diagnosis, prerequisites for laboratory examination including appropriate sample collection and transport, and various microbiological diagnostic techniques like microscopy, culture, and biochemical identification.
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Recent research regarding the gastrointestinal microbiome has irrefutably confirmed the fact that the
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are at the very core of health and numerous disease processes. It is also clear that clinical microbiology
testing should be optimized to address the relative abundance of all bacterial species present in a stool
specimen.
This document provides an overview of diagnostic testing in microbiology laboratories. It discusses basic microbiology principles like media and culture, direct and indirect testing methods, sterile vs. non-sterile body sites, sensitivity and specificity. It then walks through the process of handling a specimen from receipt to reporting results, including appropriate collection, transport, inoculation, isolation, identification and documentation. Finally, it discusses a case study of testing a blood sample and issues around laboratory staffing.
This document provides information about diagnostic microbiology techniques. It discusses collecting specimens correctly and transporting them to the lab properly. It also summarizes various microbiology techniques like microscopy, culture, and sensitivity testing used to diagnose bacterial infections. These include staining methods like Gram stain and acid-fast stain to identify bacteria under the microscope. It also describes different types of culture media used for isolation, identification, and quantification of bacteria. Identification methods involve examining morphology, growth characteristics, and biochemical properties of bacteria. The document lists various non-cultural diagnostic techniques as well.
this presentation is about the sample collection, storage and trasnport of specimens for microbiological analysis to a clinical laboratory. this presentation is suitable and usefull for those who are working in aclinical microbiology laboratory like technicians, laboraotory scientists, nurses and phleobotamist.
The document discusses the history and increasing importance of automation in microbiology laboratories, particularly for blood cultures, noting that traditional culture methods can take 72 hours for results while rapid automated methods are needed to identify pathogens faster to guide antibiotic treatment for infections like sepsis. It also outlines the steps involved in optimal blood collection for cultures, including patient preparation, materials, and techniques to maximize success in collecting pediatric samples.
The document discusses various methods for diagnosing important bacterial diseases through laboratory examination. Effective diagnosis allows for timely treatment and control measures. Key methods discussed include microscopy, culture techniques, biochemical reactions, serological identification, and molecular diagnosis. Microscopy can identify bacterial morphology and staining properties. Culture techniques isolate bacteria on selective media and examine colony characteristics. Biochemical tests identify metabolic properties. Serology detects bacterial antigens and antibodies. Molecular methods like PCR and sequencing provide sensitive, specific identification and can detect non-culturable bacteria. Together, these diagnostic methods allow clinicians to initiate appropriate treatment and control of bacterial outbreaks.
The document provides information on the diagnosis of important bacterial diseases. It discusses the importance of quick diagnostic results for effective treatment during disease outbreaks. It covers the types and activities of various antimicrobial classes against different bacteria and microorganisms. It also describes the scope of bacterial infections, types of bacteria, why diagnosis is needed, recommended diagnostics for various diseases, steps in diagnosis, prerequisites for laboratory examination including appropriate sample collection and transport, and various microbiological diagnostic techniques like microscopy, culture, and biochemical identification.
Doctors Data Inc A Revolution in the Evaluation of Gastrointestinal MicrofloraBonnieReynolds4
Recent research regarding the gastrointestinal microbiome has irrefutably confirmed the fact that the
microbial inhabitants of the gastrointestinal tract, and their astonishing scope of metabolic activities,
are at the very core of health and numerous disease processes. It is also clear that clinical microbiology
testing should be optimized to address the relative abundance of all bacterial species present in a stool
specimen.
This document provides an overview of diagnostic testing in microbiology laboratories. It discusses basic microbiology principles like media and culture, direct and indirect testing methods, sterile vs. non-sterile body sites, sensitivity and specificity. It then walks through the process of handling a specimen from receipt to reporting results, including appropriate collection, transport, inoculation, isolation, identification and documentation. Finally, it discusses a case study of testing a blood sample and issues around laboratory staffing.
This document provides information about diagnostic microbiology techniques. It discusses collecting specimens correctly and transporting them to the lab properly. It also summarizes various microbiology techniques like microscopy, culture, and sensitivity testing used to diagnose bacterial infections. These include staining methods like Gram stain and acid-fast stain to identify bacteria under the microscope. It also describes different types of culture media used for isolation, identification, and quantification of bacteria. Identification methods involve examining morphology, growth characteristics, and biochemical properties of bacteria. The document lists various non-cultural diagnostic techniques as well.
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If antibiotics loose their effectiveness, the ability to treat many diseases will be lost. It is therefore only necessary that they be used appropriate in the right conditions. Microbiologists must ensure to adhere to Standard Operating Procedures in Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing.
This document discusses microbiological control in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. It is important to prevent microbial contamination as most biopharmaceuticals are injectable and large protein molecules susceptible to degradation. Contamination can occur at any stage from cell culture to purification to filling. Strict controls are needed to maintain sterile conditions and prevent bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes such as mycoplasma from entering and compromising production. Regular monitoring and testing helps ensure the safety of biopharmaceutical products.
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This document discusses diagnostic microbiology techniques for periodontal infections. It covers specimen collection, transport, and various laboratory analysis methods including bacterial culturing, microscopic analysis, and molecular biology techniques. Specifically, it provides details on collecting a subgingival plaque sample for periodontal infections, transporting it anaerobically with minimal time, and analyzing it using methods like culturing, Gram stain, and molecular analysis to identify putative periodontal pathogens.
This document outlines the curriculum for a Microbiology and Parasitology course at Qarshi University in Lahore, Pakistan. The 3-credit course is taught over 3 lecture hours and 2 practical hours per week. The course aims to provide students with knowledge of microbes and infectious diseases. Topics covered include bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology. Assessment includes multiple choice and short answer questions, problem-based questions, long essays, a practical exam, and internal assessments. The goal is for students to gain an understanding of pathogenic microorganisms and infectious disease prevention and treatment.
This document discusses the importance of proper clinical and environmental specimen collection during disease outbreak investigations. It emphasizes that timely collection and transport of specimens, using appropriate procedures and materials, is critical to identify the outbreak agent and ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment. Effective planning and communication between outbreak investigators and laboratories is also needed to determine the appropriate specimens and testing to confirm the etiologic agent.
The document discusses biosafety concepts and practices. It begins by defining biosafety as safety from exposure to infectious agents. It then discusses biosafety issues in various disciplines like agriculture, medicine, and chemistry. The rest of the document outlines biosafety concepts, levels, and practices based on guidance from the Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) including standard microbiological practices, safety equipment, and facility design requirements for different biosafety levels from BSL-1 to BSL-4. It also discusses risk assessment and containment practices for working with various biological hazards.
Dr. T.V. Rao discusses how microbiologists and clinicians can improve diagnostic microbiology through better interaction and understanding each other's roles. Many microbiologists work in isolation without understanding clinical implications. Clinicians also do not fully utilize laboratory results. This has led to increasing antibiotic resistance and worse patient outcomes. Dr. Rao proposes several responsibilities for microbiologists, including providing guidelines for proper specimen collection, maintaining an effective computer system for testing and reporting, and periodically publishing antibiotic susceptibility patterns. He also stresses the importance of quality control and open communication between microbiologists and clinicians.
Isolation of bacteria is an important step in diagnosing bacterial infections. There are various methods used for isolating bacteria, including culture methods using solid or liquid media, and non-culture methods like PCR. For culture, appropriate specimens are collected and transported to the lab, where microscopy is first performed to view bacteria. The specimens are then plated on selective and non-selective media and incubated under optimal conditions for bacterial growth. Isolates are identified based on colony characteristics. Automated systems can also be used to more rapidly detect bacterial growth through liquid culture.
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This document provides an introduction to microbiology. It defines microbiology as the science that deals with microscopic living organisms. The study of microorganisms began after the invention of the microscope. Key figures in the development of microbiology include Antony Van Leeuwenhoek, known as the father of microbiology for his early microscopic observations, and Louis Pasteur, who demonstrated that microorganisms cause fermentation and is considered the father of modern microbiology. The document further discusses the classification, characteristics, and importance of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses. It also outlines the scope and major divisions of microbiology.
The document discusses general principles for diagnosing infectious diseases, including:
1. Physical examination, clinical diagnosis, and epidemiological assessment help identify possible pathogens.
2. Laboratory tests are needed to confirm the causative agent, including microscopic examination, culture-based methods, and immunological or molecular detection techniques.
3. Proper specimen collection, transport, and timing are important for accurate diagnostic results.
This document outlines a course on Applied Microbiology and Infection Control including Safety. The course is divided into two sections - Applied Microbiology and Infection Control & Safety. The Applied Microbiology section focuses on classification, identification, and mechanisms of disease-causing microorganisms. The Infection Control & Safety section teaches practices for preventing healthcare-associated infections, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, disinfection/sterilization, and patient and employee safety protocols. The course utilizes lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and experiential learning to help students develop relevant competencies in microbiology and infection control.
India accounts for 86% of oral cancer cases worldwide, which is the most common cancer among Indian men. Biomedical waste is any waste that is produced during diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of humans or animals in research activities. It is classified into 10 categories by the WHO based on type of waste such as infectious, sharps, pharmaceutical, etc. The key steps to manage biomedical waste are segregation, collection, storage, transportation and final treatment like incineration depending on the waste category. Proper waste management is important to prevent infections and protect public health.
This document discusses infection control and prevention of disease transmission in healthcare facilities. It emphasizes the importance of standard procedures to prevent infections from spreading. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of an infection control committee and discusses various pathogens, modes of transmission, and strategies for proper waste disposal and management of exposures to infectious agents.
I. Nosocomial infections, also known as hospital-acquired infections, first spread widely in Africa due to poor hospital services.
II. Common pathogens that cause nosocomial infections include Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
III. These infections can affect patients, visitors, and laboratory personnel. The CDC reports that 15% of cases occur in general wards while 60% are found in ICUs.
The document discusses biomedical waste management. It begins by noting the rapid increase in hospitals and disposable products has led to more medical waste. Proper waste management is important for quality assurance and public health. The document then covers waste characteristics, legislation around management, categories of waste, health hazards of improper management, and strategies for proper segregation, storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of biomedical waste.
This document discusses the classification, rules, ethics, codes of conduct, and policies of medical laboratories. It begins by classifying laboratories into four levels based on biosafety: basic level I and II laboratories work with low-risk organisms, containment level III laboratories work with more hazardous organisms, and maximum containment level IV laboratories work with the most dangerous pathogens. The document then outlines rules for laboratory request forms, record keeping, and delivering results. It also lists codes of conduct including maintaining professional standards, treating results confidentially, and following safety procedures. Finally, it states that laboratory policies cover hours, tests performed, specimen collection, and workload capacity.
This study analyzed blood cultures from neonatal intensive care unit patients from 1997 to 2001 in Tripoli Medical Center, Libya. A total of 1431 blood culture sets from 1092 patients were positive for bacterial growth in 801 sets, representing 648 cases of neonatal bacteraemia. The most common causative agents were members of the Enterobacteriaceae family including Serratia, Klebsiella, and Enterobacter species as well as coagulase-negative and positive Staphylococci. Antibiotic susceptibility testing found high levels of resistance among the most frequent pathogens, though resistance to newer antibiotics like aztreonam and imipenem was less common. Resistance in Staphylococcus to anti-stap
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The cell cycle is the series of events that take place in a cell leading to duplication of its DNA and division of its cytoplasm and organelles to produce two new daughter cells. It involves replicating the cell's DNA and dividing the cytoplasm and organelles to produce two identical daughter cells each with the full complement of chromosomes and cellular components required for continued cell division.
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If antibiotics loose their effectiveness, the ability to treat many diseases will be lost. It is therefore only necessary that they be used appropriate in the right conditions. Microbiologists must ensure to adhere to Standard Operating Procedures in Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing.
This document discusses microbiological control in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. It is important to prevent microbial contamination as most biopharmaceuticals are injectable and large protein molecules susceptible to degradation. Contamination can occur at any stage from cell culture to purification to filling. Strict controls are needed to maintain sterile conditions and prevent bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microbes such as mycoplasma from entering and compromising production. Regular monitoring and testing helps ensure the safety of biopharmaceutical products.
Laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases dr.ihsan alsaimary 2nd termdr.Ihsan alsaimary
This document discusses laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases. It covers various topics including definitions of infection and immunity, manifestations of infectious processes, pathogenicity of pathogens and host immune reactions. It also discusses epidemiological processes, features of infectious diseases, common symptoms and signs, and various diagnostic techniques. These techniques include microscopy, culture techniques, biochemical reactions, serological identification, molecular biology techniques, bacteriophage typing, and specimen collection and processing.
Microbiological tests of periodontal significanceMehul Shinde
This document discusses diagnostic microbiology techniques for periodontal infections. It covers specimen collection, transport, and various laboratory analysis methods including bacterial culturing, microscopic analysis, and molecular biology techniques. Specifically, it provides details on collecting a subgingival plaque sample for periodontal infections, transporting it anaerobically with minimal time, and analyzing it using methods like culturing, Gram stain, and molecular analysis to identify putative periodontal pathogens.
This document outlines the curriculum for a Microbiology and Parasitology course at Qarshi University in Lahore, Pakistan. The 3-credit course is taught over 3 lecture hours and 2 practical hours per week. The course aims to provide students with knowledge of microbes and infectious diseases. Topics covered include bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology. Assessment includes multiple choice and short answer questions, problem-based questions, long essays, a practical exam, and internal assessments. The goal is for students to gain an understanding of pathogenic microorganisms and infectious disease prevention and treatment.
This document discusses the importance of proper clinical and environmental specimen collection during disease outbreak investigations. It emphasizes that timely collection and transport of specimens, using appropriate procedures and materials, is critical to identify the outbreak agent and ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment. Effective planning and communication between outbreak investigators and laboratories is also needed to determine the appropriate specimens and testing to confirm the etiologic agent.
The document discusses biosafety concepts and practices. It begins by defining biosafety as safety from exposure to infectious agents. It then discusses biosafety issues in various disciplines like agriculture, medicine, and chemistry. The rest of the document outlines biosafety concepts, levels, and practices based on guidance from the Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) including standard microbiological practices, safety equipment, and facility design requirements for different biosafety levels from BSL-1 to BSL-4. It also discusses risk assessment and containment practices for working with various biological hazards.
Dr. T.V. Rao discusses how microbiologists and clinicians can improve diagnostic microbiology through better interaction and understanding each other's roles. Many microbiologists work in isolation without understanding clinical implications. Clinicians also do not fully utilize laboratory results. This has led to increasing antibiotic resistance and worse patient outcomes. Dr. Rao proposes several responsibilities for microbiologists, including providing guidelines for proper specimen collection, maintaining an effective computer system for testing and reporting, and periodically publishing antibiotic susceptibility patterns. He also stresses the importance of quality control and open communication between microbiologists and clinicians.
Isolation of bacteria is an important step in diagnosing bacterial infections. There are various methods used for isolating bacteria, including culture methods using solid or liquid media, and non-culture methods like PCR. For culture, appropriate specimens are collected and transported to the lab, where microscopy is first performed to view bacteria. The specimens are then plated on selective and non-selective media and incubated under optimal conditions for bacterial growth. Isolates are identified based on colony characteristics. Automated systems can also be used to more rapidly detect bacterial growth through liquid culture.
Isolation of bacteria is an important step in diagnosing bacterial infections. There are various methods used for isolating bacteria, including culture methods using solid or liquid media, and non-culture methods like PCR. For culture, appropriate specimens are collected and transported to the lab, where microscopy is first performed to view bacteria. The specimens are then plated on selective and non-selective media and incubated under optimal conditions for bacterial growth. Isolates are identified based on colony characteristics. Automated systems can also be used to more rapidly detect bacterial growth through liquid culture.
This document provides an introduction to microbiology. It defines microbiology as the science that deals with microscopic living organisms. The study of microorganisms began after the invention of the microscope. Key figures in the development of microbiology include Antony Van Leeuwenhoek, known as the father of microbiology for his early microscopic observations, and Louis Pasteur, who demonstrated that microorganisms cause fermentation and is considered the father of modern microbiology. The document further discusses the classification, characteristics, and importance of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses. It also outlines the scope and major divisions of microbiology.
The document discusses general principles for diagnosing infectious diseases, including:
1. Physical examination, clinical diagnosis, and epidemiological assessment help identify possible pathogens.
2. Laboratory tests are needed to confirm the causative agent, including microscopic examination, culture-based methods, and immunological or molecular detection techniques.
3. Proper specimen collection, transport, and timing are important for accurate diagnostic results.
This document outlines a course on Applied Microbiology and Infection Control including Safety. The course is divided into two sections - Applied Microbiology and Infection Control & Safety. The Applied Microbiology section focuses on classification, identification, and mechanisms of disease-causing microorganisms. The Infection Control & Safety section teaches practices for preventing healthcare-associated infections, appropriate use of personal protective equipment, disinfection/sterilization, and patient and employee safety protocols. The course utilizes lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and experiential learning to help students develop relevant competencies in microbiology and infection control.
India accounts for 86% of oral cancer cases worldwide, which is the most common cancer among Indian men. Biomedical waste is any waste that is produced during diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of humans or animals in research activities. It is classified into 10 categories by the WHO based on type of waste such as infectious, sharps, pharmaceutical, etc. The key steps to manage biomedical waste are segregation, collection, storage, transportation and final treatment like incineration depending on the waste category. Proper waste management is important to prevent infections and protect public health.
This document discusses infection control and prevention of disease transmission in healthcare facilities. It emphasizes the importance of standard procedures to prevent infections from spreading. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of an infection control committee and discusses various pathogens, modes of transmission, and strategies for proper waste disposal and management of exposures to infectious agents.
I. Nosocomial infections, also known as hospital-acquired infections, first spread widely in Africa due to poor hospital services.
II. Common pathogens that cause nosocomial infections include Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
III. These infections can affect patients, visitors, and laboratory personnel. The CDC reports that 15% of cases occur in general wards while 60% are found in ICUs.
The document discusses biomedical waste management. It begins by noting the rapid increase in hospitals and disposable products has led to more medical waste. Proper waste management is important for quality assurance and public health. The document then covers waste characteristics, legislation around management, categories of waste, health hazards of improper management, and strategies for proper segregation, storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of biomedical waste.
This document discusses the classification, rules, ethics, codes of conduct, and policies of medical laboratories. It begins by classifying laboratories into four levels based on biosafety: basic level I and II laboratories work with low-risk organisms, containment level III laboratories work with more hazardous organisms, and maximum containment level IV laboratories work with the most dangerous pathogens. The document then outlines rules for laboratory request forms, record keeping, and delivering results. It also lists codes of conduct including maintaining professional standards, treating results confidentially, and following safety procedures. Finally, it states that laboratory policies cover hours, tests performed, specimen collection, and workload capacity.
This study analyzed blood cultures from neonatal intensive care unit patients from 1997 to 2001 in Tripoli Medical Center, Libya. A total of 1431 blood culture sets from 1092 patients were positive for bacterial growth in 801 sets, representing 648 cases of neonatal bacteraemia. The most common causative agents were members of the Enterobacteriaceae family including Serratia, Klebsiella, and Enterobacter species as well as coagulase-negative and positive Staphylococci. Antibiotic susceptibility testing found high levels of resistance among the most frequent pathogens, though resistance to newer antibiotics like aztreonam and imipenem was less common. Resistance in Staphylococcus to anti-stap
The document discusses the syllabus for a course on virology and mycology. It covers 6 units, including introductions to mycology and medical fungi, fungal infections, virology sample collection and processing, RNA viruses like hepatitis and coronaviruses, DNA viruses like herpes and hepatitis viruses, and advanced PCR techniques for viral genome identification. It also provides an overview of the learning objectives and topics to be discussed in each unit, such as taxonomy of fungi, viral staining techniques, specific RNA and DNA viruses, and applications of PCR technology.
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2. What is Microbial culture?
Laboratory microbial culture means “Selectively Growing” infectious M.Os
If infection is suspected, before going to start random Antibiotic therapy
Doctors should advice the patient to perform culture and sensitivity testing.
3. Importance of Microbial culture
Determine the CAUSE of infectious diseases
To find the right antibiotic for infection control
To reduce antimicrobial resistivity
4. Anti-microbial Resistivity (AMR)
Major public health threat Worldwide
It is not a future prediction
But happening now in every region and affect anyone
WHO: 350 MILLION deaths are expected by 2050 due to AMR
5. Why Physicians prefer culture?
Wrong Antibiotics use will pull you down 6 feet
Underground
10. List of Microbial culture performed in HML
All Body fluids culture and sensitivity
Wound/pus and all kind of swab culture and sensitivity
Tissue and biopsy culture and sensitivity
Stool culture and sensitivity
Fungal culture and sensitivity
Water and food culture for infectious microorganisms
Hospitals OT, Equipment, beds and surfaces sterility checking for microbes
All kind of bacterial and fungal staining tests.
11. Importance of Specimen collection, labelling,
transport and storage
Improper specimen collection, labelling, transport and
storage leads to false laboratory investigation, long hospital
stay, wrong treatment, waste of time and economic loss.
Right Specimen Right Lab Report Right Treatment
12. Guidelines for Specimen Collection
Aseptic precautions
Anatomic sites and locations
Adequate amount/volume
Proper timing
Clinical laboratory request form
Use of proper container
Instruction to the patient
Before the administration of antibiotics
Avoid contamination of specimens
Use of transport media
Proper handling ,labelling and transportation
13. SPECIMEN TRANSPORT
Specimen transport condition
Within 2 hours of collection
Containers should be leak-proof
Separate section for paperwork
Special preservatives or transport
media
Biohazard label
14. Criteria for rejection of specimens:
Say “No” to process every sample which do not fulfill the criteria for proper sample collection, transport and storage.
Sample must be rejected if:
Missing or inadequate information and request form
Insufficient quantity
Specimen collected in an inappropriate container
Contamination suspected
Inappropriate transport or storage
Unknown time delay
15. Workflow in HML Microbiology Dept
Example: CSF
Day 1st
Physical Examination:
Biochemical Examination
Microscopic Examination
Staining: Gram stain, AFB, India Ink and wet preparations
(A primary report is given to the physician to decide the treatment direction.)
Culture of CSF on suitable Culture Media
16. Day 2nd and Onwards:
Examine and report Culture result
Post staining
Antimicrobial susceptibility tests
Final report to physician
17. Why other labs fail in proper microbiology report?
Lack of knowledge about microbes and their characteristics
Improper collection, transport and storage
Unsuitable growth environment
Use of Undefined and non-selective culture media
Contamination
No Growth reporting
18. Our Future Aims and Goals
To aware the society about the importance of C&S
To educate people about the harm in misuse of antibiotics
To provide clinical microbiology services in all provinces of AFG
To find the AMR level in the people of AFG
To reduce the AMR level in AFG