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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: | Fungal Culture - Bronchial wash (BW) - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
| Test Code: | M FUNGAL | ||
| Primary Container: | Sterile Container | ||
| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Submit specimen in a sterile container. Patient should not gargle, or brush teeth, prior to collecting specimen. 
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| Processing: | Specimen MUST be received in Microbiology laboratory within 2 hours of receipt in the RRL. 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: | Turnaround time for negative culture: 4 weeks. | ||
