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Performing Location
Collection Instructions
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Cleanse the external ear canal with a mild detergent.
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Obtain a Regular Culturette or Mini-Tip Culturette based on the location of the infected area.
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Collect the exudates on the swab from the infected site.
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Return the swab to the transport tube and crush the amule with the AMPULE END UPWARD.
Collection Container
Mini-tip Culturette or Regular Culturette Swab
Specimen Type
EAR- Infected exudate
Turn-Around Guidelines
Daily
| Maximum Hard Copy | 3 Days |
| Stat availability | NO |
Reference Values
No growth 48 hours or Mixed skin flora
Method
Microbiological culture & identification techniques
CPT
87070
LOINC
608-0
Specimen Minimum Volume
No single sample volume applies