N. Meningitis Bacterial Load Test
Test Name: N. Meningitis Bacterial Load Test
Components: Blood, nasopharyngeal secretions, nasopharyngeal swabs, C.S.F. Bronchial swabs, Bronchial lavage etc
Price: 1630.0 AED
Report Delivery: 3rd Working Day (Email: 36 hours, On phone: 24 hours)
Method: Real Time PCR
Test Type: Viral
Doctor: Physician
Test Department: Genetics
Pre Test Information: Need to sign Consent document and bring any clinical history of patient for N. Meningitis Bacterial Load Test
Introduction
The N. meningitis bacterial load test is a diagnostic test used to measure the amount of Neisseria meningitidis bacteria present in a sample, such as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or blood. Neisseria meningitidis is a bacterium that can cause meningitis, a potentially life-threatening infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
The test is typically performed when a patient presents with symptoms of meningitis, such as fever, headache, stiff neck, and altered mental status. It is important to determine the bacterial load in order to guide appropriate treatment decisions. To perform the test, a sample of CSF or blood is collected from the patient and sent to a laboratory. The sample is then cultured on agar plates or subjected to polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing to detect the presence of Neisseria meningitidis DNA.
Interpreting the Results
The bacterial load is determined by counting the number of colonies on the agar plates or by quantifying the amount of Neisseria meningitidis DNA in the sample using PCR. The results are reported as colony-forming units (CFUs) or DNA copies per milliliter (copies/mL). A high bacterial load indicates a more severe infection and may necessitate more aggressive treatment, such as intravenous antibiotics. Conversely, a low bacterial load may suggest a less severe infection or the presence of other causes for the patient’s symptoms.
Importance of the Test
The N. meningitis bacterial load test is an important tool in diagnosing and managing cases of meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis. It helps healthcare providers make informed decisions about treatment and infection control measures.
| Test Name | N. Meningitis bacterial Load Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 1630.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | Blood, nasopharyngeal secretions, nasopharyngeal swabs, C.S.F. Bronchial swabs, Bronchial lavage etc |
| Report Delivery | 3rd Working Day Email:-36 hours.On phone: 24 hours |
| Method | Real Time PCR |
| Test type | Viral |
| Doctor | Physician |
| Test Department: | Genetics |
| Pre Test Information | Need to sign Consent document and bring any clinical history of patient forN. Meningitis bacterial LoadTest |
| Test Details |
The N. meningitis bacterial load test is a diagnostic test used to measure the amount of Neisseria meningitidis bacteria present in a sample, such as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or blood. Neisseria meningitidis is a bacterium that can cause meningitis, a potentially life-threatening infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The test is typically performed when a patient presents with symptoms of meningitis, such as fever, headache, stiff neck, and altered mental status. It is important to determine the bacterial load in order to guide appropriate treatment decisions. To perform the test, a sample of CSF or blood is collected from the patient and sent to a laboratory. The sample is then cultured on agar plates or subjected to polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing to detect the presence of Neisseria meningitidis DNA. The bacterial load is determined by counting the number of colonies on the agar plates or by quantifying the amount of Neisseria meningitidis DNA in the sample using PCR. The results are reported as colony-forming units (CFUs) or DNA copies per milliliter (copies/mL). A high bacterial load indicates a more severe infection and may necessitate more aggressive treatment, such as intravenous antibiotics. Conversely, a low bacterial load may suggest a less severe infection or the presence of other causes for the patient’s symptoms. The N. meningitis bacterial load test is an important tool in diagnosing and managing cases of meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis. It helps healthcare providers make informed decisions about treatment and infection control measures. |