#ExistMethodology>
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Standard reference procedures for bacterial stain, aerobic culture, and identification
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#ExistPerformed>
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Sun-Sat
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#ExistReported>
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1-5 days Preliminary: 1 day; Final: 5 days; Positives are reported as soon as detected.
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#ExistSpecRequirements>
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#ExistCollect>Collect: CSF.
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#ExistTransport>Transport: 1 mL CSF in sterile container at 20-25°C. Do not refrigerate for bacterial culture.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
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#ExistPedCollectTransport>Pediatric Collection/Transport:
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
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#ExistConditions>Unacceptable Conditions: Nonsterile or leaking containers.
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#ExistStability>Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable *ExistStability>
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