Culture & Sensitivity, Aerobic bacteria, Semen, Conventional Identification & AST

Culture & Sensitivity – Aerobic Bacteria, Semen

Conventional Identification & Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST)

Test Overview:
Semen Culture & Sensitivity is a microbiological test used to detect aerobic bacterial infections in semen. The test identifies the causative bacteria and determines which antibiotics are likely to be effective against the isolated organism.

Why is this test done?

• Suspected infection of the male reproductive tract
• Symptoms such as burning during urination, pelvic discomfort or abnormal semen
• Recurrent genital or urinary infections
• Evaluation of suspected bacterial causes affecting fertility
• Monitoring response to antimicrobial treatment

What does the test include?

• Aerobic bacterial culture
• Conventional identification of isolated bacteria
• Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST)
• Reporting of organisms detected and their antibiotic sensitivity pattern

Sample Required:
Semen

Result:
The report may indicate no significant bacterial growth or identify a specific bacterial organism along with its antimicrobial susceptibility profile.

Important:
Sample collection should follow the laboratory's instructions, including appropriate hygiene and collection requirements. Antibiotics taken before sample collection may affect culture results.

Keywords: Semen Culture, Bacterial Culture, Culture & Sensitivity, Aerobic Bacteria, AST, Antibiotic Sensitivity, Male Reproductive Infection.