| Methodology: |
Standard reference procedures for bacterial stain, aerobic culture, and identification
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
1-5 days
Preliminary: 1 day; Final: 5 days; Positives are reported as soon as detected.
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: CSF.
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.
Pediatric Collection/Transport:
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Unacceptable Conditions: Nonsterile or leaking containers.
Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable
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