Rapid methods in microbiological examinations of the blood

: Two rapid (pilot) methods for the determination of blood microflora are compared. One of them is based on bacterioscopy, the other on culturing of bacteria. Use of these methods helps increase the detection rate of microorganisms in the blood from 34.8 to 59.6% in a shorter time, 1-3 days instead of 5-7. No additional staff or sophisticated equipment and tests kits are needed for the tests. The methods are recommended for research and clinical laboratories.