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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: | Anaerobic Culture, includes aerobic culture - Aspirate, Duodenal - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
| Test Code: | M ANO2 | ||
| Primary Container: | Anaerobe Transport Media transport | ||
| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Acceptable specimen; duodenal/illeostomy aspirate. Submit 1 - 5 mL of specimen in anaerobic transport media (PRAS) or sterile container Acceptable minimum volume: 1 mL. If the specimen is diluted in saline, quantitative cultures CANNOT be done. Refer to CLS Form #MI6005: Collection of Specimens for Anaerobes - Guidelines for Physicians | ||
| Processing: | DO NOT submit specimen in syringe, with or without needle attached. Transport specimen ASAP (priority). Store specimen at room temperature. DO NOT refrigerate. | ||
| Testing Schedule: | Test performed on a daily basis. | ||
| Testing Area: | Microbiology | ||
| Performing Site: | Diagnostic and Scientific Centre | ||
| Additional Test Information: | Quantitation of aerobic and anaerobic flora performed. Swabs of fluids not acceptable. Indicate Candida/Yeast on requisition if required. Turnaround time for negative culture: 4 days. | ||
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