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Catheter Tip MCS (Miscellaneous)
Alternate Names
|
Tip MCS, Tip Culture, Catheter Tip Culture |
Test Code
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TIP |
Testing Laboratory
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Microbiology |
Specimen Type
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See collection instructions |
Container Type
|
See collection instructions |
Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
Ordering Information
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- |
Collection Instructions
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Specimens may be vascular cannulae including central and PICC lines, central venous pressure lines, umbilical of intravenous catheters, Swan-Ganz catheters, Hickman catheters. Central nervous shunt devices are acceptable. Urinary catheter tips, ureteric and biliary stents are NOT acceptable for MCS testing. |
Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
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As Required |
Min Test Volume
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None |
Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added up to 5 days from collection. |
Container ID
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CM, POT |
Laboratory Instructions
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None |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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