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AKA (Description)
Culture Sputum
Specimen Requirement
Sputum Collection System, sterile sputum trap, or suction machine container
Min. Volume
3 mL
Special Instructions
First morning specimen is preferred.
Specimen is evaulated for acceptability with the Gram stain.
Test Included
Gram Stain, Culture, Sensitivities (if applicable)
TAT
Gram stain: 2 hours
Culture: 2 days for final