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Test Code LAB8623 Infection Control Screen (Outbreaks)

Important Note

For Infection Control use only.

Additional Codes:

C IC

Collection:

Specimen:  Common sources cultured are: nares, throat, rectum & sources previously demonstrated to be colonized or infected with specified organism

Container:  Regular E-Swab (preferred) or Culturette Swab

Storage Instructions:

Ambient: 24 hours

Refrigerated: Unacceptable

Frozen: Unacceptable

Turnaround Time (TAT):

24-48 hours for preliminary positive cultures. Negative reports after 48 hours.

Test Availability:

24 hours a day / 7 Days a week

Request Form:

Microbiology – Green Request Form

Send To:

UMC MAIN LABORATORY Specimen Receiving – EH318 Children’s Hospital

Reference Interval:

No specified organism isolated.