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Test Code LAB8622 Stool Culture, Overgrowth

Important Note

Page Beeper 14463 for approval before collection. Specimen must be plated in lab <60 minutes after specimen is passed by patient. Specimen is not acceptable for routine stool culture.

Additional Codes:

C ST OG

Collection:

Specimen:  Liquid feces or duodenal aspirate only.

Unacceptable/Rejected: Semisolid, soft or formed stool.

Container:  Plain Sterile Cup/Container Volume: 1 mL

Storage Instructions:

Do not store. Specimen must be plated in lab <60 minutes after specimen is passed by patient.

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Preliminary report available within 24 hours. 48-72 hours for final report.

Test Availability:

Monday – Friday 6 AM-11 PM

Request Form:

Microbiology – Green Request Form

Send To:

UMC MAIN LABORATORY Specimen Receiving – EH318 Children’s Hospital

Reference Interval:

cfu/mL