Tests
1st tests to order
clinical diagnosis
Test
Result
Test
Usually no tests are necessary.
Result
features of impetigo
Tests to consider
bacterial skin culture
Test
Result
Test
Investigate bacteriology when disease is extensive or if there is risk of spread of infection. In treatment-resistant disease, use to test for the presence of MRSA.
Result
positive for Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes
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