HISTOLOGY
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN
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Skin biopsy
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Patch test
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Skin culture
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X-ray
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Detailed explanation-1: -Bacterial infections are often treated with topical antibiotics applied directly to the skin or with oral antibiotics. If the strain of bacteria is resistant to treatment, treating the infection may require intravenous antibiotics administered in the hospital.
Detailed explanation-2: -AST and AFST are types of lab tests that cultures (grows) bacteria and fungi to determine how sensitive the germ is to different antibiotics and antifungals. The test results can be used to help select the best antibiotic to treat an infection.
Detailed explanation-3: -Antibiotic Selection. Superficial mild infections (e.g., impetigo, mild cellulitis from abrasions or lacerations) are usually caused by staphylococci and streptococci and can be treated with topical antimicrobials, such as bacitracin, polymyxin B/bacitracin/neomycin, and mupirocin (Bactroban).