<<Prev Culture Next>>   Culture can be of help but is often over-rated - it can be very difficult to interpret culture results. A large and diverse oral flora is to be expected in healthy and unhealthy animals. Often it is not important what is present but why it is present.     If you think a culture is indicated, call ahead to the lab and ask for advice regarding the swab and transport medium needed. This is vital if anaerobic culture is needed (common for the oral cavity).     Laboratories should be aware of why you are sending material and what type of examination you wish from them.     <<Prev © 2002 eMedia Unit RVC v1.0 Next>>

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