Sputum C+S

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Only count the number of any sputum specimens sent for "culture and sensitivity" for bacteria or fungus.

  • when a BAL (Bronchial Aspiration and Lavage) is done, and a specimen is sent for bacterial or fungal cultures, then include in count for C+S. Don't assume when BAL is done that a culture for C&S is sent. Check the EPR.

Counts not include:

  • AFB - test done differently and in separate medium so not counted under C+S
  • Viral - totally different testing method, so not counted under C+S. - Dr. Kumar. - Trish Ostryzniuk 17:55, 2014 October 21 (CDT)
  • cytology


Staff should be counting labs off EPR. Note, C+S report can take 1-3 days, so keep this in mind when doing your counts.

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