What is Stool - Culture test?
A stool culture is a test on a stool sample to find germs (such as bacteria or a fungus) that can cause an infection. A sample of stool is added to a substance that promotes the growth of germs. If no germs grow, the culture is negative. If germs cause infection to grow, the culture is positive.
Why get the Stool - Culture test?
Stool culture is done to find bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi that may be causing an infection. Stool culture test results usually take 2 to 3 days. But some cultures for fungus and parasites may take weeks to get results.
When to take this test?
AnytimeBased on doctor adviceNo particular precautions are required, unless it is recommended by your doctor.Stool - Culture