Test Code ANAER Anaerobic Culture, Varies
Specimen Volume
Varies
Preferred Specimen
Sterile Specimen Cup
Alternate Specimen
Swab, Anaerobic
Specimen Handling Instructions
Fluid/Tissue in sterile container is optimal. Submit sterile sample in anaerobic transport swab if no other option exists. Sample amounts vary.
Transport
Routine courier pick-up
Department
MicrobiologyMethodology
Culture, anaerobic
Stat Turn-around Time
N/A
Routine Turn-around Time
6 DaysReference Ranges
See Report