Paediatric Blood Culture
Code:
BC
Sample Type:
Bact/Alert SA Aerobic (Blue). Paediatric Blood Cultures, fill with as much blood as possible up to a maximum of 5-10ml.
Ref Ranges/Units:
N/A
Turnaround:
Incubated for 5 days, this can be extended according to clinical information
Special Precautions/Comments:
Additional Information:
Take sample before administering antibiotics. Send to laboratory as quickly as possible. Stable at ambient temperature, transport to laboratory as soon as taken.
South of Tyne & Wear Pathology Centre
