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Pericardial fluid stain

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Pericardial fluid Gram stain

Alternative Names: Gram stain of pericardial fluid Normal Values: The absence of organisms in the Gram stain is normal. What abnormal results mean: Text Continues Below An infection of the pericardium or heart may be present, if bacteria are seen. A specific organism may be identified by further testing, such as bacterial culture. Sometimes blood testing can help with the diagnosis.

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