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Bacterial Culture, aerobic only - Abscess, Deep

Source Abscess, Deep
Mnemonic M WOUND
Specimen Requirements

Acceptable specimens: aspirated material(pus), deep wound swab.

Submit specimen in sterile container or swab in Amies transport media.
Specimen Handling Store specimen at room temperature.
Additional Information

A deep abscess is a specimen associated with a "closed" space. 
DO NOT submit specimen in syringe with or without needle attached.

Indicate Candida/Yeast on requisition if required.
If clinically indicated, specimen source also suitable for anaerobic culture.

Turnaround time for a negative culture: 2 days.
Testing Location CLS Microbiology
Testing Frequency

Daily
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