Acceptable Containers and Vials for Specimen Collection

When submitting surgical, deep wound, and related specimens, submit in containers or vials that are validated for the specific source or test ordered. Specimens submitted in an incorrect container or vial may be cancelled. 

              -For Collection Container Guide Sheet – printable [Click Here]

For detailed information, including clinical indications, limitations, and methodology of the tests, please visit the Electronic Test Catalog:

              -Culture, Aerobes and Anaerobes w Gram Stain LAB1291 [Click Here] 
              -Culture, Aerobes Only, Other w Gram Stain LAB897 [Click Here] 
              -Culture, Body Fluid w Gram Stain LAB269 [Click Here] 
              -Culture, Tissue w Gram Stain LAB898 [Click Here] 
              -Culture, Fungus LAB6222 [Click Here] 
              -Culture, Mycobacteria, Non-blood LAB877 [Click Here] 

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