| Synonyms | Culture for Anaerobic Bacteria |
|---|---|
| Patient Preparation | None |
| Specimen Type | Surgical Tissue (Biopsy) |
| Collection Requirements | Specimen should be collected by a physician. |
| Minimum Volume | 1 cm (if possible) |
| Cause for Rejection | Specimens that are improperly labeled, of an insufficient volume or submitted with gross contamination on the outside of the container will be rejected. |
| Specimen Storage Stability | Specimens are stable for 24 hours at room temperature or for up to 48 hours at 2-8°C. |
| Test Availability | Daily on all shifts |
| Turnaround Time | Routine: Gram Stain within 24 hrs, Culture up to seven days, preliminary reports daily. STAT: Gram Stain within 1hr, Culture same as above. |
| Special Instructions | Swabs rubbed over tissue should not be submitted. Do not add fluid. |