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HelpTest Code FLTIS CSF Culture and Gram Stain, CSF
Specimen Volume
Varies
Preferred Specimen
CSF Tubes (CSF)
Alternate Specimen
Container (Sterile)
Specimen Handling Instructions
Collect specimen in sterile container. If CSF, collect in special tubes only. Keep at room temperature, DO NOT REFERGERATE.
Transport
Routine courier pick-up
Cutoff Time
None
Department
MicrobiologyMethodology
Culture/Gram Stain
Stat Turn-around Time
1 Hour
Routine Turn-around Time
3 DaysReference Ranges
No Growth