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Cell wall defective bacteria culture |
| Test | Cell wall defective bacteria culture |
| Indication | The test is used to detect bacteria which have developed a cell wall defective structure due to drug therapy. |
| Physiology | Cell wall defective organisms (L-forms) have been associated with Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacteriaceae, and other microorganisms. |
| Normal Range | No growth |
| Sample | Body fluid (blood, spinal fluid, pleural fluid or urine) or tissue. |
| Test Method | Culture in hypertonic medium. |
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