Antibiotic sensitivity

Alternative names 
Sensitivity analysis

Definition

This test determines the effectiveness of antibiotics against microorganisms (e.g., bacteria) that have been isolated from cultures.

Sensitivity analysis may be performed along with:

see Sensitivity analysis.

Johns Hopkins patient information

Last revised: December 5, 2012
by David A. Scott, M.D.

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