Diagnostics·Diagnostics
Wound culture
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Overview
A wound culture is a medical test that checks a sample of fluid or tissue from a wound to find out which germs (bacteria, fungi) are causing an infection. It helps your healthcare provider choose the right treatment.
Key facts
- The test identifies the specific type of germ in an infected wound.
- It takes 24 to 72 hours for results to come back.
- Wound cultures are often done on surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, or animal bites.
- The results help your doctor prescribe targeted antibiotics instead of guessing.
Wound cultures are a standard test when a wound looks infected or does not heal as expected.