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Test Code CUBFC Body Fluid Culture and Gram Stain

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: Plastic fluid vial(s)

Specimen Volume: 8 mL of body fluid

Collection Instructions: Disinfect site with alcohol if collecting by needle and syringe. Aseptically collect specimen.

Note: 1. Label vial with patient’s name (first and last), medical record number, and date and actual time of collection.

2. Specimen source is required.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Room Temperature 

Transport ASAP  

Performing Laboratory

The Valley Hospital