| Methodology: |
Direct Fluorescent Antibody Stain
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 24 hours
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Bronchial washing, induced sputum, or bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL).
Storage/Transport Temperature: 5 mL respiratory specimen in sterile container at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.5 mL) Place each specimen in a separate, individually sealed bag.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Unacceptable Conditions: Tissues. Slides. Swabs. Leaking containers. Formalinized and frozen specimens.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
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