Title: Explain the importance of collection requirements for the various specimens used in microbiological studies.
Course: Medical Laboratory Technology II (14102-II) > Section: Performing Basic Microbiology Skills

Explanation should include

- throat swabs
- blood cultures
- CSF specimens
- urine cultures
- stool specimens.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Which numbered tube is used for a CSF culture and susceptibility?
- How long can it take for blood culture results?
- What safety protocols are necessary when collecting and processing the various microbiological specimens?
- What is the appropriate specimen type for a urine culture?