Antibiotic Sensitivity Test (AST) in Pune

The Antibiotic Sensitivity Test, also known as AST, is a laboratory procedure that determines which antibiotics will be most effective against bacteria causing your infection. It involves growing bacteria from your tissue sample in the lab and testing various antibiotics to see which ones can successfully kill or stop the growth of the specific bacteria.

This test is crucial because it helps your doctor choose the most effective antibiotic for your specific infection, avoiding the trial-and-error approach. It prevents antibiotic resistance by ensuring you receive the right medication from the start. Without this test, you might receive antibiotics that don't work against your particular bacterial strain, leading to prolonged illness and potential complications.

You should consider this test if you're experiencing persistent fatigue along with signs of bacterial infection that haven't responded to initial antibiotic treatment. It's particularly important for patients with recurrent infections, those with compromised immune systems, or when dealing with serious infections like septicemia or tuberculosis. Your doctor may recommend it for any suspected bacterial infection requiring targeted treatment.

The results show three categories: Sensitive means the bacteria will be killed by that antibiotic, Intermediate means the antibiotic may work with higher doses, and Resistant means the antibiotic will not be effective. Your doctor will choose antibiotics marked as sensitive for your treatment to ensure the best outcomes.

This test, sometimes called Antibiotic Susceptibility testing, directly combats antibiotic resistance by identifying exactly which medications work against your specific bacterial infection. By avoiding ineffective antibiotics and using only those that work, it prevents bacteria from developing further resistance. This personalized approach ensures faster recovery and reduces the global problem of antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains.

No. Fasting is not required for the Antibiotic Sensitivity Test. You can give your sample at any time of day at our Pune lab or during home collection.

The Antibiotic Sensitivity Test at Pathofast Lab in Pune costs Rs.750. This price includes free home sample collection anywhere in Pune and a doctor-verified report delivered within 3 days by WhatsApp and email. You can pay online while booking, on home visit (cash, UPI, or card), or at the reception desk if you walk in to our Camp lab.

Antibiotic Sensitivity Test reports are ready in 3 days and are delivered by WhatsApp and email. Every report is verified by a qualified doctor at our Pune lab before being shared with you.