Specimen Requirements

Specimen source is required.

Specimen Type: Fluid

Sources: Pharmacy solution, kidney dialysis solution, laboratory water

Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container

Specimen Volume: 10 mL

Collection Instructions: Label container with date and actual time of collection and type of specimen.

Specimen Type: Swab

Sources: Varies

Container/Tube: Swab

Specimen Volume: Adequate amount

Collection Instructions:

1. Obtain specimen.

2. Return swab to transport tube.

3. Label tube with date and actual time of collection and type of specimen.