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- Overview
- Results
- Risks
- Prevention
- Images
Throat culture and sensitivity; Culture - throat
What the risks are
This test is safe and well-tolerated. In very few patients, the sensation of gagging may lead to an urge to vomit or cough.
Special considerations
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Throat swab culture Prevention
Review Date: 05/09/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
