{"id":65055,"date":"2026-08-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ozeltrakyahastanesi.com.tr\/?post_type=departments&#038;p=65055"},"modified":"2026-09-03T21:41:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T21:41:19","slug":"microbiology-laboratory","status":"publish","type":"departments","link":"https:\/\/ozeltrakyahastanesi.com.tr\/en\/birimler\/mikrobiyoloji-laboratuvari\/","title":{"rendered":"Microbiology Laboratory"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"color:#545454;line-height:1.7;\">\n<h1 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:32px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 16px;\">Specialized Microbiology Laboratory in Edirne<\/h1>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px;font-size:16px;\">As \u00d6zel Trakya Hospital, <strong style=\"color:#020617;\">Microbiology Laboratory<\/strong> In our department, we offer diagnostic tests to identify diseases, performed by our specialist laboratory physicians and technicians. Using modern equipment, we quickly and reliably identify infectious agents from blood, urine, stool, and tissue samples.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 20px;font-style:italic;color:#6b7280;font-size:16px;\">Microbiology is a fundamental scientific discipline used by all medical specialties to identify infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites; determine the appropriate choice of medication; and monitor outbreaks.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb;margin:22px 0;\">\n<h2 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:23px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 14px;\">Which Tests Do We Cover?<\/h2>\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px;\">Bacterial Culture and Susceptibility Testing<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:16px;\">It involves culturing the bacteria in the sample and determining which antibiotic it is sensitive to.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Blood, Urine, and Sputum Cultures<\/li>\n<li>Wound and Vaginal Discharge Culture<\/li>\n<li>Antibiotic Susceptibility (Antibiogram) Test<\/li>\n<li>Hospital Infection Surveillance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px;\">Viral Diagnosis and Serology<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:16px;\">It is the detection of viral diseases and past infections.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Hepatitis (B, C) and HIV tests<\/li>\n<li>Diagnosis of COVID-19 and the Flu (Influenza)<\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy tests for toxoplasmosis and rubella<\/li>\n<li>Immunity (antibody) level measurements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px;\">Parasite and Fungal Testing<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:16px;\">This involves the examination of infections caused by parasites and fungi using microscopic and culture methods.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Screening for parasites and eggs in stool<\/li>\n<li>Fungal (candidiasis) culture<\/li>\n<li>Examination for Fungal Infections of the Hair, Nails, and Skin<\/li>\n<li>Malaria Screening<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px;\">Rapid Diagnostic Tests<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:16px;\">These are screening and referral tests that provide results quickly.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Throat and nasal swab tests<\/li>\n<li>Urinary Tract Rapid Screening Test<\/li>\n<li>Rapid diagnostic kits for Strep-A and the flu<\/li>\n<li>Pregnancy and Infection Screening Tests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px;\">Patient and Environmental Monitoring<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:16px;\">It involves monitoring nosocomial infections and community-based outbreaks.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Hand and surface hygiene measurements<\/li>\n<li>Outbreak investigation and official reporting<\/li>\n<li>Inpatient care and intensive care monitoring<\/li>\n<li>Public health screenings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:18px 22px;margin:0 0 14px;\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#020617;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px;\">Drug Sensitivity Consulting<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:16px;\">It is intended to support the selection of the appropriate antibiotic.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Medication recommendation based on the results of the antibiotic susceptibility test<\/li>\n<li>Monitoring of Drug-Resistant Bacteria (MRSA, ESBL)<\/li>\n<li>Clinical counseling during the treatment process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fef2f2;border-left:4px solid #bd1010;padding:18px 22px;border-radius:8px;margin:22px 0;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#bd1010;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;\">When Should You Request Testing?<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>High fever and suspected infection<\/li>\n<li>Recurrent urinary tract infection<\/li>\n<li>Chronic cough and production of phlegm<\/li>\n<li>Sore throat and tonsillitis<\/li>\n<li>Infection Screening During Pregnancy<\/li>\n<li>The Need for a Culture to Select the Right Antibiotic<\/li>\n<li>Outbreak and Contact Tracing Situations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fef2f2;border-left:4px solid #bd1010;padding:18px 22px;border-radius:8px;margin:22px 0;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#bd1010;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;\">Sample and Result Process<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 12px;font-size:16px;\">For each test, the laboratory physician proceeds with the following steps:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin:0;padding-left:24px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong style=\"color:#020617\">Request:<\/strong> Selecting the appropriate test with physician guidance<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"color:#020617;\">Sampling:<\/strong> Blood, urine, stool, or swab sample<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"color:#020617;\">Review:<\/strong> Analysis using culture, microscopy, and molecular methods<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"color:#020617;\">Evaluation:<\/strong> Reporting of the causative agent and drug susceptibility<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"color:#020617;\">Delivery of results:<\/strong> Presentation of the written report to the patient and the doctor<\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong style=\"color:#020617\">Consultation:<\/strong> Evaluation with the clinician if needed<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fef2f2;border-left:4px solid #bd1010;padding:18px 22px;border-radius:8px;margin:22px 0;\">\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#bd1010;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;\">Why Choose the Microbiology Department at \u00d6zel Trakya Hospital?<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;font-size:16px;\">\n<li>Comprehensive service with expert laboratory physicians<\/li>\n<li>Bacterial, Viral, Parasitic, and Fungal Tests<\/li>\n<li>Rapid diagnosis and antibiotic susceptibility testing<\/li>\n<li>Reliable results with modern equipment<\/li>\n<li>Outbreak and Hospital-Acquired Infection Surveillance<\/li>\n<li>Fast laboratory support for 24\/7 emergency service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid 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