Bile Culture (INTB) |
EPIC Test Name
Bile CultureEPIC Code
LAB2706Specimen Requirements
| Bile | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume: | 1mL |
| Collection: | Collect using standard procedures. |
| Transport: | Room Temperature |
| Stability: | Room Temperature: <2 hours Refrigerated: <24 hours |
| Container: | Sterile container or syringe |
Turnaround Time
| Specimen | Turnaround Time | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Bile | Preliminary culture results after 24 hours incubation Final negative culture results available after 3 days | Daily |
Performed
| Lab |
|---|
| Microbiology - Downtown |
Test Includes
| Culture |