Mycobacterial Culture Bone Marrow, Mayo, Reflab
Alternate Names
AFB, TB
SoftLab Order Code
CTB
Epic Order Name
Mycobacterial Culture Bone Marrow, Mayo, Reflab
Epic Order ID
LAB4305
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Sample Type
Bone Marrow
Collection Container
Green top tube - No Gel
(Lithium or Sodium Heparin)
Alternative Collection Container
SPS
Collecting Volume
Entire collection
Storage or Stability
Refrigerated (preferred). Stable ambient for 7 days
Causes for Rejection
Swabs. Specimen in viral or universal transport media. Plated specimens. Blood
Patient Preparation
Use sterile technique