Uses Gram stain on pleural fluid to rapidly assess the presence of bacteria in the pleural space.

Performs Gram staining on sputum to provide a quick indication of bacterial respiratory infections.

Uses acid-fast bacilli staining on sputum to detect tuberculosis bacteria.

Conducts a routine examination of sputum to evaluate cellular components and detect infection.

Measures eosinophil count in sputum to assist in diagnosing allergic respiratory conditions.

Applies Gram stain on throat swabs to rapidly identify bacterial pathogens in throat infections.

Uses AFB staining on ascitic fluid to detect mycobacteria in suspected tubercular peritonitis.

Collects swabs from wounds for culture and sensitivity to guide antibiotic therapy.

Examines nail clippings by culture to detect fungal or bacterial infections of the nails.

Cultures pleural fluid to identify pathogens in pleural infections.