This instrument, similar to a typical cotton swab, is used for obtaining a bacterial culture.
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Culture, Microbiological 

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This instrument, similar to a typical cotton swab, is used for obtaining a bacterial culture.
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Overview
A microbiological culture is a method of obtaining tissue or fluid from a suspected site of infection. Taking into account the clinical scenario, the results can confirm the presence or absence of an infection. Types of infections detected include bacterial, viral, and fungal.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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