Gram Stain Bacteria Test Cost & It's Procedure

What is a Gram Stain Bacteria Test?

Gram Stain Bacteria test is a blood test which helps in determining the presence of the bacteria at the site of suspected infection.this test is used to diagnose whether there is any harmful microorganism present inside the body such as bacteria. This test is generally ordered by the doctors in case of suspicion of a bacterial infection.

The process involves applying the sample of body fluid on a glass slide then allowing it to dry then a stain is applied on the glass slide and later evaluated under a microscope . the presence of bacteria is categorised by its colour on the slide

• Gram positive bacteria shows purple colour 
• Gram negative bacteria shows pink colour

Purpose of the Gram Stain Bacteria Test

In the diagnosis of specific microorganisms causing the infection: as soon as a microorganism enters into our blood our body starts reacting towards it and if left untreated it can lead to serious infections such as septicemia. Specific medicines are available to target different microorganism therefore it is very essential to identify that what kind of microorganism is causing the infection so that the treatment can be done accordingly

Choosing the right antibiotics: As soon as the causative organism is found out the clinicians can choose the right antibiotic for the treatment.it is a well known fact that treating a bacterial infection with a wrong antibiotic and misuse of antibiotic can leads to antibiotic resistance therefore selecting the correct antibiotic with the appropriate dose is a must

Source of infection: this test can help in identifying the source from where the infection is coming for example whether it is originating from the urinary tract or respiratory system

Why Do I Need Gram Stain Bacteria Test

 Gram Stain Bacteria test is ordered by the doctor when the patient is showing the symptoms of bacterial infection such as : 

• Fatigue
• Persistent fever
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fast heart rate
• Inflammation in the body
• Post surgery
• Chronic illness

Preparation for Gram Stain Bacteria Test

• No special preparation such as fasting is required for this test
• Tell your doctor if your are taking any medication
• Take adequate rest before the test
• Avoid alcohol and smoking before the test

Procedure for Obtaining a Sample for Gram Stain Bacteria Test

Your healthcare provider will obtain a sample from the site of suspected infection some ways of obtaining a sample are listed below : 

• Scraping or brushing tissue from the surface of a part of your body. For scraping the tissue ,a swab is used.
• Collecting sputum , urine or stool sample, your health care provider will ask you to give the sample of your sputum , urine or stool in a sterile container which is then sent to the lab for further analysis
• Using fine-needle aspiration to draw a fluid sample from an area in your body such as synovial fluid, fluid around the heart or lungs etc.

 After collecting the required sample it is then sent to the lab where further analysis is done

What Does the Gram Stain Bacteria Test Report Indicate?

The Gram Stain Bacteria test shows the two categories positive gram stain and negative gram stain and you should not get confused it with gram positive bacteria and gram negative bacteria 

Positive Gram Stain: if your test results are positive then it indicates the presence of bacterial infection. the positive test result also includes the following information:

• Type of bacteria , whether there is a gram positive or gram negative bacteria
• Shape of bacteria
• Other characteristic of bacteria such as size, quantity etc
• Also check for presence of fungi
• Whether the bacteria is present in intracellular cells

Negative Gram Stain: it may indicate that there are very few bacteria in your sample and couldn't be detected with gram stains; other tests such as bacterial culture test is needed for confirmatory diagnosis.

Gram Stain Bacteria Test Price in Delhi

The price may vary based on the location and reputation of the diagnostic centre. The average price is around 200 to 500 Rs but you can book this test at ganesh diagnostic centre and get a heavy discount.

Conclusion

Gram stain bacteria test is important because this test contributes to the confirmation of data that helps medical professionals choose the best course of action for treating patients, enhancing patient outcomes, and stopping the spread of infections throughout the body. Early identification and suitable handling of bacterial infections are essential for patient health. 

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