What tests will be done to diagnose cellulitis?

What tests will be done to diagnose cellulitis?

In most cases, your healthcare provider won’t conduct any tests. However, if you’ve got a severe case of cellulitis, your healthcare provider may recommend tests to make sure the infection hasn’t spread to other parts of your body.

These tests may include:

• Blood test. A blood test will confirm whether the cellulitis infection has spread to your blood.
• Skin test. A skin test will identify the type of bacteria responsible for your cellulitis, which helps your healthcare provider prescribe the most appropriate antibiotic.
• Bacterial culture. A bacterial culture will identify the type of bacteria responsible for your cellulitis.