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Bacteriological examination of breast milk - left breast

Name: Bacteriological examination of breast milk - left breast
Brand: სინევო
SKU: 115-1
Price: 81 GEL
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

Known as: Breast milk bacteriology

SKU: 115-1

Original price was: ₾90.00.Current price is: ₾81.00.

Research material: Milk

Response time (working day): 3-5

The test is done on an empty stomach: no

Home call service: Yes

Country: Georgia

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General Information

Bacterial colonization of the infant and breast is a normal process that occurs at birth. Breast milk ducts and infant nasopharynx are colonized by various microorganisms, some of which are potentially pathogenic, such as Staphylococcus aureus. Breast milk may also contain beneficial microorganisms such as Enterococcus spp., Staphylococcus epidermidis and E. coli - Small quantities. However, the mere presence of these microorganisms cannot cause it Mastitis.

When should we take the test?

The test is performed to assess the etiological role of microorganisms in inflammatory diseases of the mammary glands (mastitis) in nursing mothers;

Possible interpretation of the results

The results obtained may indicate: the absence or presence of growth of microorganisms, the number of microorganisms and yeast-like fungi grown in culture, the genus and type of microorganisms, the susceptibility of pathogens (including yeast-like fungi) to antibiotics when taking an antibiotic.

Normally, no growth of microorganisms is observed in milk. During contamination, the most commonly isolated microorganisms that are part of the normal microflora of the skin or are widely distributed in environments with low titers (most often it is S. epidermidis).

High titer (≥ 10⁵When detecting microorganisms, it is necessary to take into account clinical data and perform other laboratory tests to evaluate the results.

Product description

The presence of bacteria in milk does not necessarily indicate an infection, even if the bacteria did not get into the milk from the skin. Many breastfeeding women who have potentially pathogenic bacteria on their skin or in milk do not develop mastitis and many women with mastitis do not have pathogenic microorganisms in their milk.

It should be noted that the most common microorganisms in mastitis and breast abscess are Staphylococcus aureus (S aureus) And S epidermidis. In some cases, intestinal sticks and streptococci (α-, β-, and nonhemolytic streptococci) are found, the latter sometimes being associated with streptococcal infection of the newborn.

In populations where TB is endemic, M. tuberculosis May be present in approximately 1% of cases of mastitis, in some cases associated with tuberculous tonsillitis in infants.

When interpreting the results of microbiological research, it is necessary to take into account the data of the clinic and other laboratory tests..

How to prepare for the test?

Of the mother Of milk of ear For examination material should be taken:

Before treatment with antibacterial and antifungal agents.
No earlier than 7-10 days after the end of the course of treatment with antibacterial and antifungal drugs.
Against the background of antibacterial and antifungal treatment as prescribed by a physician.
Before collecting milk, wash the breasts with laundry soap and water or wipe with a disinfectant towel, then dry with a clean, dry towel.
The bacteriological examination requires a medium flow of milk (first dilute the first drops of milk, after which the study material is collected) in an amount of at least 10-15 ml.
The material is collected in a sterile container.
Milk is collected from each breast separately, once. A sterile container should be marked for each breast (left / right breast).
The study material should be brought to the laboratory within one hour. If you can not bring the test material to the laboratory within one hour, then it should be stored immediately in the refrigerator at a temperature of + 2–8 ° С for a maximum of 2 hours.