Sensitivity analysisDefinition: Sensitivity analysis determines the effectiveness of antibiotics against microorganisms such as bacteria that have been isolated from cultures. Sensitivity analysis may be performed along with:
Alternative Names: Antibiotic sensitivity
How the test is performed: Colonies of microorganisms are combined with different antibiotics to see how well each antibiotic stops each colony from growing. The test determines the effectiveness of each antibiotic against a particular organism.
How to prepare for the test: There is no special preparation.
How the test will feel: The way the test feels depends upon the method used for obtaining the specific culture.
Why the test is performed: The test shows which antibiotic drugs should be used to treat an infection.
What abnormal results mean: If the organism shows drug resistance to the antibiotics used in the test, then those antibiotics will not be effective treatment.
What the risks are: The risks depend upon the method used for obtaining the specific culture.
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