Respiratory Culture
Epic code: | LAB2397 |
Order form: | Microbiology/Molecular Infectious Disease Requisition |
Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
Billing: | Billing Policies |
Comments:
Details can found in the following sections of the Bacterial Culture test. P. Respiratory, lower Q. Respiratory, upper Deliver all specimens to the laboratory as soon as possible after collection. Gram stains are automatically performed on fluids and exudates other than blood and urine. Do not send sterile body fluids in plastic red top tubes. These tubes contain a clot activator which may affect testing. Therefore, tests may be unreliable. Label transport tube with two patient identifiers, date and time of collection. Transport at room temperature unless otherwise specified.
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