Question 1

what is gram positive rod negative in a blood culture test?

Accepted Answer

See below: Gram positive rods are a class of bacteria.  The majority of bacteria involved in disease are either gram positive or negative and come in rod, cocci (grapes), or spirals.  If the culture says it is gpr negative, then that means no gram positive rods were found.  However, it may say other forms were found, including gnr.

Question 2

how long does it take to develop gram positive cocci in clusters in blood, i get blood drawn every week?

Accepted Answer

Should never happen: You should never have gram positive cocci in clusters in your blood.  In fact you should never have any bacteria detectable in your bloodstream.

Question 3

my gram stain test results study result narrative penis wound 4/27/2022 18:33:11 pdt component results gram stain result your value stains/preparations many white blood cells moderate gram positive cocci few gram negative rods is it bad?

Accepted Answer

: This result doesn't mean very much one way or the other. It suggests possible infection, but it could also just be a normally healing wound. Presumably a culture also was done. Discuss with your doctor. Good luck.

Question 4

my results from culture sputum: gram stain: moderate red blood cell, many gram positive cocci in gram stain, many gram positive bacilli, many negative bacilli in gram stain . what that mean?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Sounds like the “sputum” was contaminated with fluid from your mouth.  What the report describes are the bacteria normally in your mouth - and is meaningless.

Why did you get a sputum culture?  Check in with the doctor who ordered it

Question 5

i have gram positive flora in urine, leukcoytes, blood and bacteria all +1. should i be on antibotic, is this considered a uti.

Accepted Answer

No: You dont mention if you have any symptoms while urinating, this could be a contaminated sample.

Question 6

what does occasional gram positive cocci and rare gram negative rods mean from a sputum culture?

Accepted Answer

: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that,what you described is not a cause for concern.    
 Wish you good health!

Question 7

can e. coli ever be a gram positive?

Accepted Answer

No: Properly done gram stain should never show e coli as gram positive.

Question 8

is gram positive cocci a sign of gonorrhoea?

Accepted Answer

No: Gonorrhea is a gram negative diplococci.

Question 9

my swab results show moderate gram positive bacilli. what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Gram positive bacilli: It will be helpful to know what type of swab you are referring to.  Gram positive bacilli are a type of bacteria (germs) that can cause infection in certain situation

Question 10

what does rare gram positive cocci in pairs, mean. i had a bronchial wash done and this was part of the report i got?

Accepted Answer

: This finding typically points to streptococci or enterococci.  Talk to your Dr who ordered the test to discuss the results in the context of your symptoms, history and course.

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My gram stain test results study result narrative penis wound 4/27/2022 18:33:11 pdt component results gram stain result your value stains/preparations many white blood cells moderate gram positive cocci few gram negative rods is it bad?

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My results from culture sputum: gram stain: moderate red blood cell, many gram positive cocci in gram stain, many gram positive bacilli, many negative bacilli in gram stain . what that mean?

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I have gram positive flora in urine, leukcoytes, blood and bacteria all +1. should i be on antibotic, is this considered a uti.

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What does occasional gram positive cocci and rare gram negative rods mean from a sputum culture?

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Can e. coli ever be a gram positive?

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What does rare gram positive cocci in pairs, mean. i had a bronchial wash done and this was part of the report i got?

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