Synonyms
Maxillary Sinus Culture
Specimen Type
Sinus aspirate
Performing Lab
RCHSD Microbiology
Epic ID
LAB355
Lab Test Days
upon receipt
Standard TAT
3 days
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Sinus aspirate
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Collect material from maxillary or frontal sinuses using syringe aspiration. Cap syringe or transfer to sterile container and transport to the laboratory immediately.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Specimen Stability
deliver to lab within 30 minutes.
Rejection Criteria
Significant delay in transport. Nasal swabs.
Processing Instructions
Sinus or Nasal drainage is unacceptable as this material will be contaminated with routine respiratory flora.
Included Tests
Includes aerobic / anaerobic culture and Gram stain.
Revised
08-10-17