CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY (PEG SWAB)

The Culture and Sensitivity (PEG Swab) test cultures microorganisms from a PEG tube stoma or surrounding drainage and determines antimicrobial susceptibility so clinicians can select targeted antibiotic therapy. A trained nurse collects a sterile swab at home across Dubai using aseptic technique and the sample is processed in an accredited laboratory; preliminary results may be available within 24 hours with full culture and sensitivity typically reported in 48–72 hours. This service is recommended for patients with PEG tubes who have redness, swelling, purulent discharge or systemic signs of infection, helping avoid unnecessary broad-spectrum antibiotics and guiding faster, safer treatment decisions.

• Organism identification (bacterial & fungal)
• Colony count (CFU/swab)
• Gram stain result
• Antibiotic susceptibility profile (S/I/R)
• Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) where applicable
• Resistance mechanism screening (MRSA, ESBL, CRE)

• Home PEG swab collection by trained technician using sterile technique to minimize contamination
• Laboratory culture identifies bacteria or fungi from the PEG site with full antibiotic susceptibility testing
• Rapid turnaround with actionable results typically available within 24–72 hours for targeted treatment
• MOHAP/DHA-accredited laboratory processing and microbiologist-reviewed reports for Dubai clinicians
• Clear sensitivity interpretation to guide prescribers, supporting antibiotic stewardship and safer care

• Culture and antibiotic susceptibility testing from PEG tube-site swabs to identify causative organisms
• Home sample collection across Dubai by trained staff using sterile PEG swab technique
• Fast laboratory turnaround (typically 48–72 hours) with actionable susceptibility results
• Detects bacterial and fungal pathogens and reports minimum inhibitory concentrations and susceptibility categories
• Results include clinical interpretation and treatment guidance aligned with UAE antimicrobial stewardship

• Home collection of sterile PEG tube/site swab by trained clinical staff across Dubai
• Laboratory culture plus antibiotic susceptibility testing to identify bacterial or fungal pathogens and guide targeted therapy
• Typical turnaround 48–72 hours with expedited reporting for critical or multi‑drug resistant organisms
• Processed in DHA‑accredited laboratories with proper specimen handling; no fasting or special preparation required