Rapid AST to advance antimicrobial stewardship
Laboratory leaders are turning to rapid AST to advance antimicrobial stewardship
With antimicrobial resistance on the rise, rapid AST offers a lifeline for critically ill patients and supports improved antibiotic stewardship
Rapid antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) is transforming infection treatment by delivering results in hours instead of days. This allows clinicians to quickly prescribe targeted antibiotics, improving patient outcomes while reducing unnecessary broad-spectrum antibiotic use. By integrating rapid AST into clinical workflows, healthcare providers can enhance antimicrobial stewardship and combat rising resistance.
What you will learn from this article:
- How rapid AST speeds up treatment decisions
- Its role in reducing broad-spectrum antibiotic misuse
- How labs are adopting rapid AST technology
- The impact on antimicrobial resistance efforts
Read the article to learn how leading laboratories are implementing rapid AST and the key benefits for patient care and antimicrobial stewardship.