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Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | 1.0 ML |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Eswab: 48 hours, Sterile cup: 24 hours
Additional Specimen Instructions
Gram stains from critical sites are set up on day, evening and
night shift and are included with the following orders: Deep
Wound/Abscess culture (LAB 503)
Skin/Superficial wound culture (LAB 3162)
Body Fluid Culture (LAB 269)
Lower Respiratory Culture (LAB 267)
CNS Culture (LAB 268)
CNS Shunt Culture (LAB 3018)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology