Home
HelpTest ID MICR0013 Culture Bacterial, Urine
AKA
URINE_CULT
UA C&S
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Random Urine
Indicate method of collection (Clean Catch, Midstream, or
Catheterized) on specimen and order.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 5.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
Unpreserved Urine:
| Room Temperature | < 1 hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 24 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Preserved Urine:
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
|---|
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Culture media
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
87086