C. Diptheriae Culture
Alternate Names
Corynebacterium diphtheriae
SoftLab Order Code
MISCT
Epic Order Name
Order as a Laboratory Miscellaneous test
Epic Order ID
LAB000
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Sample Type
NP, Throat, Wound
Collection Container
E-Swab
Collecting Volume
One swab
Storage or Stability
Ambient 48 hours
Causes for Rejection
UTM or other viral transport media. Specimen >48 hours from collection when received at the reference lab
Patient Preparation
Swab nasopharynx and throat at the site of membrane or inflammation to increase recovery. Swab base of cleansed wound, if present.