Abscess/Wound Aspirate Culture, Aerobic & Anaerobic
eDH Procedure Code
LAB3164
Included Procedures
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | E-Swb-R | 0.1 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Ambient or Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerate: 48 hours
Frozen: n/a
Turnaround Time (TAT)
2 Days
Performing Lab Section(s)
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)