6 Questions
What is the recommended medium for holding the organism if it cannot be moved within 2 hours of collection?
Stuart’s or Amie’s medium
Why is a dry swab not recommended for specimen collection?
It does not hold the organism
In which type of organisms is the use of Dacron or Rayon swab preferred during specimen collection?
N.gonorrhea
What is the average time limit for specimen collection mentioned in the text?
2 hours
When should specimens ideally be collected according to the text?
On the acute phase (early) of an illness
What is the purpose of Stuart’s or Amie’s medium when holding organisms?
To preserve the organism without supporting growth
Test your knowledge on specimen requisition details such as patient's information, specimen source, diagnosis, and timing of collection. Understand the importance of proper specimen collection techniques in laboratory settings.
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