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Organization: | Sub-Page | ||
Message Alert: | PLEASE NOTE: This Test Directory is in an interim state and due to changes pertaining to the DynaLIFE transition, performing site for routing has not been updated. Please refer to Laboratory Information System for appropriate routing. | ||
Test Name/Synonym: | Bacterial Culture, aerobic culture only -Antral wash/sinus fluid aspirate - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
Test Code: | M FLUID | ||
Primary Container: | Sterile Container | ||
Specimen Collection Requirements: | Acceptable specimens: antral wash, sinus fluid aspirate. Submit specimen in a sterile screw-cap tube or sterile container. ![]() | ||
Processing: | Store specimen at room temperature. | ||
Testing Schedule: | Test performed on a daily basis. | ||
Testing Area: | Microbiology | ||
Performing Site: | Diagnostic and Scientific Centre | ||
Additional Test Information: | If clinically indicated, specimen source also suitable for anaerobic culture. Turnaround time for negative culture: 4 days. |