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Bacterial culture and sensitivity: body fluids (other than urine)
EPIC
Body Fluid Culture, Body Fluid Microscopy
Section
Microbiology
Clinical indications
Infection
Specimen requirement
Anaerobic bottle (purple label and cap) requires up to 10ml blood
Dispatch and handling instructions
Please state the type of body fluid. Contact the lab to arrange the test in advance if urgent
Turnaround time
2 to 5 days
Synonym
Not applicable
Is it IS0 15189 accredited?
Yes