What is anaerobic bottle blood culture?

Anaerobic bottle blood culture is a diagnostic test used to detect and identify blood infections caused by anaerobic bacteria, which are bacteria that can grow in the absence of oxygen. This test is performed by collecting a sample of blood, placing it in a special bottle that is designed to create an environment devoid of oxygen, and incubating it for several days. During this period, any anaerobic bacteria that may be present in the blood sample will grow and produce gases that are trapped in the bottle. The presence of these gases is used as an indicator of the presence of anaerobic bacteria in the blood sample, which can then be identified using various laboratory techniques. The anaerobic bottle blood culture is an important diagnostic tool for the detection and treatment of potentially life-threatening blood infections.