| Methodology: |
Disk Diffusion
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
1-2 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Actively growing E. coli, Klebsiella species, or Proteus mirabilis in pure culture.
Specimen Preparation: Transport sealed container with pure culture on agar slant or in bacterial transport media.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Remarks: Isolate identification and specimen source required. Proteus mirabilis is tested only when isolated from a significant source (e.g., blood).
Unacceptable Conditions: Mixed cultures or non-viable organisms.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
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