Microbiology Test
  Methylene blue stain
Test Methylene blue stain
Indication The test assists in the differential diagnosis of diarrheal disease.
Normal Range No presence of yeast, cocci in clusters or leukocytes
Sample Fresh random stool, rectal swab
Test Method smear of stool with one drop of methylene blue, coverslip and observe the presence of leukocyte.
Related Tests Stool culture, Clostridium difficile Toxin assay
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