Conjunctiva culture, Ocular culture.
Conjunctiva
RCHSD Microbiology
LAB943
upon receipt
3 days
N/A
Liquid Stuart Culturette Swab (Red-Cap)
Scrub swab(s) over affected area of conjunctiva. Place back into transport media and deliver to lab ASAP.
Ambient-Only
Up to 48 hours after collection.
Dry swab. Significant delay in transport.
Refer to microbiology processing manual
Gram stain included with culture
08-03-17