Bartonella henselae Culture
| Test Name |
Bartonella henselae Culture |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module |
Microbiology |
| Ordering Mnemonic |
BART HENS |
| Specimen Type |
BM-Bone Marrow LYM-Lymph Node LYM DRAIN- Lymph Node Drainage JOIF - Joint Fluid |
| Collection Container |
Sterile Container |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information | |
| Test Schedule |
Daily |
| Routine Turnaround Time | Preliminary: 24 hours Final: 14 days |
| Stat Turnaround Time | Preliminary: 24 hours Final: 14 days |
| Critical Values |
As growth is detected and identified the information is made available to the health care provider. |
| Lab Process Notes | |
| Storage and Transport |
Specimen should be brought to the laboratory as soon as possible. |
| Test Referred To |
On site, BGH laboratory |
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