--- Query Results --- | |||
| Organization: | Sub-Page - Lab Use Only | ||
| Test Name/Synonym: | Bacterial Culture, aerobic culture only -Prostatic fluid - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
| Test Code: | M URINE | ||
| Primary Container: | Sterile Container | ||
| Tube/Container Type: | |||
| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Patient should refrain from voiding for 4-6 hours, or overnight, prior to test. No ejaculation in 5-7 days preceding test. No antibiotics 2-4 weeks preceding test. Collect either:
To collect:
Use sterile container 
Clearly indicate that this is a prostatic culture specimen, and label with specimen type (i.e. VB2, EPS, etc.) | ||
| Processing: | Transport specimen ASAP (priority). Refrigerate prior to transport. Specimen should be received in the laboratory within 2 hours of collection. | ||
| Testing Schedule: | Test performed on a daily basis. | ||
| Performing Department: | Microbiology | ||
| Performing Site: | Diagnostic and Scientific Centre | ||
