Laboratory test
Gram Stain
Need information about Gram Stain? Review the appropriate specimen, collection method, whether antibiotic use affects testing, and the processing laboratory before booking. A clinician can advise how this investigation fits your symptoms and treatment history.
Also known as
Gram Staining Test
- Sample
- Swab
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- Same day / 24 hours
- Parameters
- 6
What is the Gram Stain?
Gram Stain includes Specimen, Pus cells, Epithelial Cells (Gram Stain), Organisms, Organism load and additional measurements listed below. The listed sample is Swab. The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the Gram Stain measure?
6 parameters. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Other measurements6 parameters
| Parameter | Unit |
|---|---|
| Specimen | |
| Pus cells | /HPF |
| Epithelial Cells (Gram Stain) | /HPF |
| Organisms | |
| Organism load | |
| Comment (Gram Stain) |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
Gram Stain: sample & preparation
Sample: Swab. Fasting: Not required.
- No preparation is needed. Avoid applying any antiseptic or ointment to the area before the sample is taken.
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6 parameters · No fasting required · Report time: Same day / 24 hours
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