[4] Principles of Lab Diagnosis Flashcards
1
Q
How do you collect pus in closed, undrained abscesses?
A
Aseptic Needle Aspiration
2
Q
How do you collect pus in open wounds?
A
Swabs
3
Q
Most common etiologic agent of carbuncles?
A
Staphylococcus aureus
4
Q
Once you get the specimen how much time do you have before you need to get it to the laboratory?
A
Immediately
If there is a 1-2 hour delay, transport it in ice
5
Q
Soft agar medium to maintain viability of Gonococci on swabs
A
Stuart’s Medium
