Bronchial Aspirate Culture
| Test Name |
Bronchial Aspirate Culture |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module |
Microbiology |
| Ordering Mnemonic |
BRONCH Use the free text comment section to define the exact location of where the specimen was obtained from for a more accurate processing of the specimen. Under the source section select either: Left or Right and Upper or Lower, this gives a more accurate description of where the specimen was obtained from. |
| Specimen Type |
Bronchial lavage Bronchial washing Bronchial brushings Esophageal brushings |
| Collection Container |
Sterile Container or an endotracheal suction tube |
| Container Information |
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| Collection Information |
The physician will collect this specimen. Collect 5 mL in sterile container. If more than one test is requested collect >10 mL. Remove trap and replace with screw capped lid before transporting. |
| Test Schedule |
Daily |
| Routine Turnaround Time | Preliminary: 24 hours Final: 72 hours |
| Stat Turnaround Time | Preliminary: 24 hours Final: 72 hours |
| Critical Values |
As growth is detected and identified the information is made available to the health care provider. |
| Lab Process Notes |
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| Storage and Transport |
Specimen should be refrigerated until the specimen can be transported to the lab. Bacterial counts are not valid if the specimen has been left at room temperature. |
| Test Referred To |
On site, BGH laboratory |
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