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Test Code C IUD AN Culture, Intrauterine Device (IUD)

Performing Laboratory

CCHS-Christiana Care Health Services

Methodology

Culture

Includes Gram stain.

Reference Values

No growth

Physician Office Specimen Requirements

Specimen must be delivered to laboratory immediately after collection.

 

Container/Tube:  Screw-capped, sterile container

Specimen:  Intrauterine device (IUD)

Collection Instructions:  Remove IUD. Do not contaminate with vaginal flora. Maintain sterility and forward promptly at ambient temperature only.

Note:  Label container with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, date and time of collection, collector’s initials, and type of specimen.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Routine Turnaround Time

Gram stain:  <8 hours

Preliminary:  24 hours

Final:  7 days

STAT Turnaround Time:  not available