What are the Limitations of Culture and Sensitivity Testing?
While culture and sensitivity testing is a valuable tool, it has some limitations:
Time-Consuming: The process can take several days to weeks, which may delay treatment decisions. False-Negative Results: Some pathogens may not grow well in culture, leading to false-negative results. Contamination: Samples may get contaminated, affecting the accuracy of the results. Antibiotic Spectrum: The test may not include all possible antibiotics, limiting the scope of sensitivity testing.
