Stool Culture — Tanger
Microbiology | Laboratoire International
What is this test?
Stool culture tests for pathogenic bacteria in feces (Salmonella, Shigella, etc.). It is prescribed for prolonged diarrhea, severe gastroenteritis or after travel to risk areas.
Why get this test?
Prescrite en cas de diarrhée persistante (>3 jours), présence de sang ou de mucus dans les selles, ou au retour d'un voyage tropical.
Result turnaround time
Results in 48 to 72 hours
Preparation
No fasting needed No appointment needed
Fresh stool collected in the sterile container provided, dropped off quickly at the laboratory, before any antibiotic intake if possible.
Location
Avenue Moulay Rachid, Tanger 90000, Morocco