About This Test
The Smear for Nocardia test is a microscopic examination of a clinical sample to detect Nocardia, a group of aerobic, filamentous, weakly acid-fast bacteria that cause nocardiosis.This infection commonly affects the lungs, brain & skin causing Nocardiosis. The test sample includes Sputum / BAL, Pus from abscesses, Skin lesion discharge, Tissue biopsy etc.
Test Parameters (2)
- GRAM STAIN
- MODIFIED ZN STAIN
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Frequently Asked Questions
Microbiology tests detect disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in samples like blood, urine, sputum, stool, pus, or body fluids.
No special preparation.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm, reports same day and Sunday reports next day.
Smear for Nocardia is important because it rapidly detects Nocardia species, which cause serious opportunistic infections, especially in immunocompromised patients.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
