Culture & Sensitivity Cost Calculator
Compare total treatment costs of up to three antibiotic options from culture and sensitivity results to identify the most cost-effective choice.
Inputs
/day
days
/day
days
/day
days
Results
Cheapest Option
1 (1, 2, or 3)
Savings vs. Most Expensive
$500
Antibiotic 1 Total Cost$250
Antibiotic 2 Total Cost$525
Antibiotic 3 Total Cost$750
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the number of culture samples submitted per month.
- Input cost per culture including media, incubation, and technician time.
- Set sensitivity testing cost per isolate (disk diffusion vs. automated system).
- Review total monthly culture and sensitivity costs and cost per reportable result.
- Use the output to evaluate reflex testing criteria and reduce unnecessary cultures.
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