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HelpTest ID MICR0018 Culture Bacterial, Cystic Fibrosis
AKA
CF
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Sputum, Tracheal Aspirate, Bronchial Washings or Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
White top (ESwab in 1 mL Liquid Aimes Medium) tube - Deep Pharyngeal, Throat (from children)
Nasopharyngeal specimens are unacceptable.
Indicate source on specimen and order.
Stability/Transport
Sterile Container
| Room Temperature | 2 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 48 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
White top (ESwab in 1 ml Liquid Aimes Medium) tube
| Room Temperature | 48 hours | Preferred for transport |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 48 hours | |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Additional Information
Includes special agar for isolation of Burkholderia organisms.
Methodology
Culture
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
87070