Culture, Anaerobic Blood Bactec Test

Culture, Anaerobic Blood Bactec Test

Category
Culture
Sample
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
In 9 days
Fasting
No Fasting
Age
5+ Years

What Is This Test?

Blood is incubated in an anaerobic BACTEC bottle to grow bacteria that live without oxygen.

Why this test is performed?

Detects anaerobic bloodstream infections, often linked to abdominal, pelvic or dental infections.

Who should take this test?

Infections that are severe, recurrent or not responding to antibiotics, as advised by a doctor.

Test Preparation

No fasting needed.

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Frequently asked questions

Usually yes — paired aerobic and anaerobic bottles improve detection.

No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.

Usually within 7–8 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.

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