Microbiology Laboratory

MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY – WHAT IS IT?

Our microbiology laboratory is an essential unit where microbiological analyses crucial for diagnosing infectious diseases are carried out in accordance with international standards. Culture methods, microscopic examinations, and advanced molecular diagnostic techniques are used for the accurate detection of infections caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi.

From sample acceptance to reporting, every stage is managed under sterile working conditions and strict quality control procedures.

WHEN IS IT USED?

Microbiology laboratory tests are essential for diagnosing infectious diseases, determining appropriate antibiotic treatments, and monitoring treatment responses. These tests are used in cases of suspected infections, fever of unknown origin, respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, wound infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.

SOME OF THE MAIN TESTS PERFORMED:

• Culture tests: Blood, urine, stool, sputum, wound site, throat and nasal cultures
• Molecular infection panels: Broad viral panels including Influenza, RSV, COVID-19
• Sexually transmitted infection tests: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Ureaplasma, Mycoplasma PCR
• Antibiogram: Antibiotic susceptibility testing
• Parasitology examinations: Stool parasite screening, Giardia, Entamoeba tests
• Rapid antigen and serological tests: Streptococcus, hepatitis panels, HIV, syphilis tests
• Fungal culture and identification: Candida, Aspergillus, dermatophyte cultures
• Mycobacterial tests: Tuberculosis detection and drug susceptibility testing
• Antimicrobial resistance monitoring: ESBL, MRSA, VRE detection

ADVANTAGES

• International standard compliance
• Sterile working conditions
• Advanced molecular diagnostic techniques
• Rapid and accurate results
• Comprehensive infection panel coverage
• Antibiotic susceptibility testing for effective treatment