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St. Lukes Hospital LaboratoryMethodology
Note: If specimen collected is to be used for culture as well as cytologic exam, divide specimen into 2 labeled containers. For culture, order #C BRONCH “Culture, Lower Respiratory Tract, Bronchial Washing.Specimen Requirements
1. Physician should obtain bronchial washings with the aid of a bronchoscope.2. Place washings in a screw-capped, plastic container. No preservative.
3. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.
4. Refrigerate specimen after collection, and send specimen refrigerated. Forward promptly.
Note: Complete a “Request for Specimen Analysis” in “Request Forms” in “Special Instructions” including patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and actual time of collection, type of specimen, pertinent clinical history, and billing information. Forward it with the specimen.