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Fungal Culture - Eye, Routine

Source Eye, Routine
Mnemonic M FUNGAL
Specimen Requirements Acceptable specimens: conjunctival or corneal swab.
Submit in Amies transport media.
Specimen Handling Store specimen at room temperature.
Additional Information Collect eye swab before administration of a topical anesthetic.

Indicate left or right eye on requisition

Turnaround time for negative cultures: 4 weeks.
Testing Location CLS Microbiology
Testing Frequency Daily
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