Once the specimen reaches the laboratory, it undergoes several steps:
1. Inoculation: The specimen is transferred to a growth medium. 2. Incubation: The inoculated medium is placed in an incubator at optimal growth conditions. 3. Observation: Microbiologists monitor the cultures for growth and identify the microorganisms based on their morphology. 4. Sensitivity Testing: Tests are conducted to determine the susceptibility of the pathogen to various antimicrobial agents.
