Test Code AER Aerobic Culture, Swab
Specimen Volume
Varies
Preferred Specimen
Swab, Sterile
Specimen Handling Instructions
Swab or sample in sterile container is optimal.
Transport
Routine courier pick-up
Cutoff Time
None
Department
MicrobiologyMethodology
Culture
Stat Turn-around Time
N/A
Routine Turn-around Time
2 DaysReference Ranges
No Growth