Throat swab culture
Alternative names:
culture of the throat; throat C and S; throat culture and sensitivity
Normal values:
The presence of normal bacteria of the throat is normal.
What abnormal results mean:
The report may indicate the presence of organisms that can cause infection such as group A beta-hemolytic streptococci, which causes strep throat and pharyngitis, and rarely, diphtheria or pertussis (whooping cough). The culture may also show Candida (thrush), gonorrhea, influenza, or other organisms.
Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:
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