Uterine bacterial culture

The parts of the female genitalia and the urethral opening that are in contact with the body surface have normal flora and conditional pathogens, and they play an important role in maintaining the stability of the reproductive system. When the body's resistance is reduced, these conditional pathogens can cause infection and reproductive system diseases. Therefore, bacterial secretion of reproductive system secretions is of great value in the diagnosis of reproductive tract diseases. Specimens are taken from the vagina, intrauterine mucus, etc. by the doctor. Basic Information Specialist classification: gynecological examination classification: vaginal secretion examination Applicable gender: whether women are fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: Normal when negative. Positive: Positive uterine infections, mostly B hemolytic streptococcus, anaerobic streptococci, E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus. Reminder: Sexual life should be avoided within 24 hours before the examination, no bathing, vaginal washing, vaginal medication, in order to ensure the accuracy of the test results. Normal value negative. Clinical significance Abnormal result Positive uterine infections, mostly B hemolytic streptococcus, anaerobic streptococci, E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus. People who need to be examined: women, especially women over the age of 40 or those who suspect that they have genital tract diseases. Positive results may be diseases: pelvic inflammatory disease, endometritis considerations Before the examination: Sexual life should be avoided within 24 hours, no bathing, vaginal washing, vaginal medication, in order to ensure the accuracy of the test results. Inspection process Inspection method: The doctor collects secretions from the vagina and uterine mucus for bacterial culture. Not suitable for the crowd Pregnant women. Adverse reactions and risks May cause an infection.

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