Question
What does it mean when a newborn blood culture test for sepsis comes back negative?
Answer
Sepsis must be treated promptly and confirmed through blood culture at a regular hospital. Sepsis is an acute systemic severe infection caused by the invasion of pathogenic bacteria or opportunistic pathogens into the newborn’s blood circulation, where they grow, reproduce, and produce toxins. The mortality rate is high, so if there are any suspected symptoms, medical help should be sought immediately. Sepsis cannot be overlooked.