Specimen received in nonsterile container. Specimen sent on swab.
Storage:
Ambient
Availability:
Daily
Methodology:
Culture
Special Instructions:
Deliver to laboratory immediately. DO NOT PUT ON ICE! Be sure that caps are screwed on securely before transporting to laboratory. CSF culture includes cytoprep gram stain of specimen. Do not order a separate gram stain.
Specimen received in nonsterile container. Specimen sent on swab.
Storage:
Ambient
Availability:
Daily
Methodology:
Culture
Special Instructions:
Deliver to laboratory immediately. DO NOT PUT ON ICE! Be sure that caps are screwed on securely before transporting to laboratory. CSF culture includes cytoprep gram stain of specimen. Do not order a separate gram stain.