SPECIAL MICROBIOLOGY
Culture for biological indicator
Also Known As:
Culture for biological indicator
About This Test
A Biological Indicator (BI) Culture Test is a laboratory test used to check whether a sterilization process (autoclave, dry heat, ETO, or hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilizer) has been effective. It is the gold-standard and most reliable method to confirm sterilization. A Biological Indicator contains highly resistant bacterial spores, these spores are the hardest to kill. If the sterilization cycle kills the spores, it means all other microbes would also have been destroyed.
Test Parameters (2)
- CULTURE RESULT
- ORGANISMS
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
Special Microbiology refers to a branch of microbiology that focuses on identifying, studying, and analyzing microorganisms that are not routinely detected in standard microbiology tests.
Report in 2 days.
This test take longer time because it involve growing the actual microorganisms and the process is slow.
The culture for biological indicator (BI) test is used to verify the effectiveness of sterilization processes in hospitals, laboratories, and medical device manufacturing.
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.
