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Gram stain of urethral discharge Article
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Gram stain of urethral dischargeurethral-discharge-culture
Definition
A gram stain is a method of identifying bacteria using a special series of stains. In a gram stain of urethral discharge, a smear of fluid from the urethra is stained and then examined under the microscope.
The gram stain method can be applied to almost any specimen and is one of the most commonly used techniques for the rapid diagnosis of bacterial infections.
Alternative Names
Urethral discharge gram stain
Why the Gram stain of urethral discharge is Performed
The test is performed when an abnormal urethral discharge is present. It may be performed if infection with a sexually transmitted disease is suspected.
How the Gram stain of urethral discharge is Performed
A urethral discharge is collected on a cotton swab. A sample from this swab is applied in a very thin layer to a microscope slide. A series of stains called a gram stain is applied to the specimen. It is first stained with crystal violet stain, then iodine, then decolorized, then stained with safranin.
The stained smear is then examined under the microscope for the presence of bacteria. The color, size, and morphologic appearance (shape) of the cells help identify the infecting organism.
How to Prepare for the Gram stain of urethral discharge
This test is often performed in the health care provider's office.
How the Gram stain of urethral discharge Will Feel
The sensation of pressure or burning may be present when the cotton swab is in contact with the urethra.
Risks
There are no risks.
Considerations
A culture of the specimen (urethral discharge culture) should be performed in addition to the gram stain. More sophisticated diagnostic tests (such as PCR tests) are sometimes also done.
Normal Results
No presence of organisms is normal.
What Abnormal Results Mean
Abnormal results may indicate infection with gonorrhea or other infections.
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