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Stool Culture
Test Code: CST
COLLECTION INFORMATION
Container
Sterile container
Volume Required
1 gram
Specimen Type
Stool, rectal swabs.
Turnaround Time
3 days
ALTERNATE SPECIMEN INFORMATION
E-swab x 2 (visible material)
Testing Location
Aultman
In-House
CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS
Note on the requisition if Aeromonas or Pleisiomonas is suspected.
📝 Specimen Collection
N/A
🌡️ Transport Temperature
Ambient
📝 Stability
48 hours
📋 Test Includes
Enteric pathogens including Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter.
📋 Additional Details
Also Known As:
CST
Availability:
Sun-Sat
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