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Ear Fluid MCS (Fluid)
Alternate Names
ear mcs, Culture Ear Nose Throat
Test Code
ENT
Testing Laboratory
Microbiology
Specimen Type
Fluid
Aspirated pus
Container Type
Sterile Container
Medicare Rebate
Yes
Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information
Please note on request form the suspected organism, history of swimming, previous surgery, drainage tubes, malignant otitis externa or diabetes mellitus. State if fungal infection is suspected.
Collection Instructions
Specimens may be tympanocentesis fluid, swab specimen from external ear canal, and/or aspirated pus.
Forward to the laboratory as soon as possible.
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Daily
Min Test Volume
None
Add On Test Suitability
This test can be added up to 5 days from collection.
