The Abdominal Fluid for Culture & Sensitivity (C/S) test is used to detect bacterial infections in the abdominal (peritoneal) fluid and determine which antibiotics can effectively treat the infection.
Why is this test done?
Suspected abdominal infection
Fever with abdominal fluid accumulation
Peritonitis
Procedure:
A fluid sample is cultured in the lab to identify bacteria and test antibiotic response.
Why choose this test?
Identifies infection-causing bacteria
Helps select the right antibiotic