Sputum, Routine Culture

Overview
Department	Microbiology
Test Code
Synonyms
Turnaround Time	2-3 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type	Sputum
Specimen Transportation	To lab within 1 hour of collection
Preferred
Acceptable
Pediatric Requirements
Aliquot Requirements
Sample Type	Sputum
Minimum Volume
Aliquot Transportation
Stability – Add test
Clinical Information
Reference Intervals
Test Method	Microscopy and culture
Advanced Notice
Patient Preparation
Comments
NOTE: Please state if patient has cystic fibrosis Specimens should be collected with the aid of physiotherapy is possible. Only one specimen per patient per day will be processed. Sputa should be received in the laboratory within 1 hour of collection.