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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Other non-specific laboratory findings may also be observed. Other non-specific laboratory findings may support the diagnosis of furuncles. | |||
==Laboratory Findings== | ==Laboratory Findings== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yamuna Kondapally, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Other non-specific laboratory findings may also be observed. Other non-specific laboratory findings may support the diagnosis of furuncles.
Laboratory Findings
The gold standard laboratory study for the diagnosis of boils is by pus culture. Other non-specific laboratory findings may also be observed. Laboratory findings supporting the diagnosis of furuncles include:
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Culture and Sensitivity
- Staphylococcus aureus growth is most commonly seen. However, other types of bacteria may also be seen.
- Results of sensitivity helps to guide the antibiotic regimen to be used
Blood Analysis
- Raised white blood cell count
References
- ↑ Boils(furuncle).MedlinePlus(2016).https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001474.htm Accesses on August 11,2016