Test Code CUCSFC Culture and Gram Stain, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Sterile vial(s)
Specimen Volume: 8 mL of spinal fluid (from third tube collected in a series of 3)
Collection Instructions:
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
RoomTemperature
Transport ASAP
Performing Laboratory
The Valley Hospital