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Eye Fluid MCS (Fluid)

Alternate Names
Eye mcs, Eye MC&S, Eye Culture
Test Code
ASP
Testing Laboratory
Microbiology
Specimen Type

Fluid

Container Type

Sterile Container

Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

-

Collection Instructions

Specimens may be pus, fluid, corneal scrapings or inoculated media. Collection to be done by Opthalmic surgeon. 

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Daily
Min Test Volume
None
Add On Test Suitability

This test can be added up to 5 days from collection.

Container ID
CM, CMS
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes