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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 -Prostatic fluid - Calgary Zone (CLS) | ||
| Test Code: | M URINE | ||
| Primary Container: | Sterile Container | ||
| 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. | ||
| Testing Area: | Microbiology | ||
| Performing Site: | Diagnostic and Scientific Centre | ||
