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Bacterial Culture, Abscess
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | |
| Test group | Bacterial Culture |
| Performed by | Microbiology |
| In House Availability | Set up daily, day and evening shifts |
| Container type | |
| Sample type | Aspirate |
| Processing notes | Maintain sample at room temperature |
| Normal range | |
| Stability | 12 hours in appropriate transport medium |
| Reflex? | If bacteria are detected that are not normal mixed flora they are automatically identified and susceptibility testing is performed. Full ID and/or susceptibility testing may be omitted upon request when sample is submitted for testing. |
| Additional information | For head and neck related to the respiratory tract, see Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat. For other sources, see Wound. |
| Last Updated | 10/15/2008 9:42:25 AM |
| Entry Number | 85 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667