Gram Stain Test
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Gram Stain Test
A Gram Stain Test is a test that checks for bacteria at the affected or infected area such as the throat, lungs, genitals, and other parts. The Gram Stain test checks for the presence of bacteria in body fluids like urine, blood, pleural fluid, etc., as well.
The color of the specimen after combining with the Gram Stain showcases the reaction of the bacteria. If the color of the bacteria turns purple – it is gram-positive. If the color turns pink or red, it is gram-negative. The negative and positive aspects help identify the infection or disease.
A gram stain test is recommended if you have symptoms like a bacterial infection, pain in a certain area, fever, and fatigue.
The following gram stain tests are performed based on the area/fluid being tested:
1.Gram Stain – Body Fluids 2.Gram Stain – CSF 3.Gram Stain – Ear Swabs 4. Gram Stain – Miscellaneous 5.Gram Stain – Nasal Swab 6. Gram Stain – Pus 7. Gram Stain – Sputum 8. Gram Stain – Throat Swabs 9.Gram Stain – Tissue 10. Gram Stain – Urine 11. Gram Stain – Vaginal Swabs 12. Gram stain-Ascitic Fluid 13. Gram stain-Bronchial Lavage 14.Gram stain-Others/Any Sample 15. Gram stain-Pericardial Fluid 16. Gram stain-Peritoneal Fluid 17. Gram stain-Pleural Fluid 18. Gram stain-Pleural Fluid
No prior preparations are required for these tests. The samples are obtained either on swabs, through veins (i.e., blood), urine, or a particular fluid location.
Test Table
| Test Parameter | Sample | Methodology | Temp. | Schedule | Reporting | Price (INR) | Clinical Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gram Stain - Body Fluids | Body Fluids (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - CSF | CSF (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Ear Swabs | Ear Swabs (1-2 Nos.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Eye Swabs | Eye Swabs (1-2 Nos.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Miscellaneous | ET Secretion; Bal Fluid and Skin Scrapings | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Nasal Swab | Nasal Swabs (1-2 Nos.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Nasal Swab | Nasal Swabs (1-2 Nos.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Pus | PUS (1-3 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Sputum | Sputum (3-5 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Throat Swabs | Throat Swabs (1-2 Nos.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Tissue | Tissue (1 g min.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Urine | Urine (5-10 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram Stain - Vaginal Swabs | Vaginal Swabs (1-2 Nos.) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Ascitic Fluid | Ascitic fluid (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Broncial Lavage | Bronchial lavage (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Others/Any Sample | Others/Any sample (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Pericradial Fluid | Pericardial fluid (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Peritoneal Fluid | Peritoneal fluid (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Pleural Fluid | Pleural fluid (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |
| Gram stain-Synovial Fluid | Synovial fluid (1-2 ml) in sterile screw capped container | Staining & Microscopy | R(48hrs) | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |