Toxic Shock Syndrome: Diagnosis & Tests (TSS)

Customer Support

3-rx.com

News Center

Health Centers

Medical Encyclopedia

Drugs & Medications

Diseases & Conditions

Medical Symptoms

Med. Tests & Exams

Surgery & Procedures

Injuries & Wounds

Diet & Nutrition

Special Topics

$\"$alt_text\"$ ');"); } else { echo" $\"$alt_text\"$ "; } ?>

You are here : 3-RX.com > Medical Encyclopedia > Diseases and Conditions > Toxic Shock Syndrome: Diagnosis & Tests

Toxic Shock Syndrome

Alternate Names : TSS

Toxic Shock Syndrome | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

Diagnosis of TSS begins with a history and physical exam, including a pelvic exam. The healthcare provider may order the following tests:

complete blood count, which is also called a CBC

kidney function tests

liver function tests

throat cultures

vaginal culture for Staphylococcus aureus

Previous section		Next section
Toxic Shock Syndrome: Symptoms & Signs		Toxic Shock Syndrome: Prevention & Expectations

Author: Eva Martin, MD
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 06/06/01

$\"$alt_text\"$ ');"); } else { echo" $\"$alt_text\"$ "; } ?>

Home | About Us | FAQ | Contact | Advertising Policy | Privacy Policy | Bookmark Site

All trademarks and registered marks are the properties of their respective companies.
Copyright © 1999-2014 3-RX.com All Rights Reserved.