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Organization: | Sub-Page | ||
Message Alert: | PLEASE NOTE: This Test Directory is in an interim state and due to changes pertaining to the DynaLIFE transition, performing site for routing has not been updated. Please refer to Laboratory Information System for appropriate routing. | ||
Test Name/Synonym: | Bacterial Culture, aerobic culture only -Drainage fluid - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
Test Code: | M WOUND | ||
Primary Container: | Sterile Container | ||
Specimen Collection Requirements: | See Body Fluid Collection Guidelines. Acceptable specimen: drainage fluid aspirated through drainage tubing. DO NOT send tip. Collect 25-100 mLs drainage fluid int sterile container. | ||
Processing: | Store specimen at 4°C. | ||
Testing Schedule: | Test performed on a daily basis. | ||
Testing Area: | Microbiology | ||
Performing Site: | Diagnostic and Scientific Centre | ||
Additional Test Information: | Indicate Candida/Yeast on requisiton if required. If clinically indicated, specimen source suitable for anaerobic culture. Turnaround time for negative culture: 2 days. |