Boil laboratory findings

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yamuna Kondapally, M.B.B.S [2]

Overview

Other non-specific laboratory findings may also be observed. Other non-specific laboratory findings may support the diagnosis of furuncles.

Laboratory Findings

The gold standard laboratory study for the diagnosis of boils is by pus culture. Other non-specific laboratory findings may also be observed. Laboratory findings supporting the diagnosis of furuncles include: ^[1]
Culture and Sensitivity

Staphylococcus aureus growth is most commonly seen. However, other types of bacteria may also be seen.
Results of sensitivity helps to guide the antibiotic regimen to be used

Blood Analysis

Complete blood count

Raised white blood cell count

C-reactive protein and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

Raised in subacute and chronic infection

References

↑ Boils(furuncle).MedlinePlus(2016).https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001474.htm Accesses on August 11,2016

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[1] Boils(furuncle).MedlinePlus(2016).https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001474.htm Accesses on August 11,2016

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