Eswab
sterile urine collection cup
URINE
Specification after Draw:
Tightly cap the container to prevent spillage.
Label the container with at least two patient identifiers (name, DOB, medical record number) and the date/time of collection.
Deliver to the lab as soon as possible, preferably within 2 hours of collection.
SWAB
After collecting the sample, place the swab into the provided transport container.
Snap off the handle if necessary and securely recap the container.
Label the container with at least two patient identifiers and the date/time of collection.
Deliver to the lab as soon as possible, ideally within 2 hours.
(RML)
Panel
URINE
Interference: Antimicrobial agents can inhibit the growth of organisms, so it is best to collect the specimen before the patient takes any antibiotics.
SWAB
Interference: Antimicrobial agents can interfere with the test, so it is best to collect the specimen before the patient takes any antibiotics.
URINE
Instruct the patient on proper clean-catch midstream collection to avoid contamination.
Handle the specimen using universal precautions.
Ensure the specimen is free of any interfering agents.
SWAB
Handle the specimen using universal precautions.
Avoid contamination with indigenous flora.
Follow any specific instructions provided by the lab for the particular swab system being used, such as to not touch the swab head to other surfaces.
