All internal and frequently ordered send out tests can be found in this section. In these cases, the outdoor lock box is used to secure the specimen until the reference lab courier arrives.
Store at conditions recommended by the method manufacturer. 2.2 Collection/Packaging of Specimens Staff obtaining specimens must be trained and competent in undertaking an ANTT procedure where requiredto obtain a specimen as failure to do , so may introduce pathogenic organisms to a vulnerable site or may cause contamination of the specimen.
For patients checking in after 4:30, the Lab staff reviews the orders and consults with the ordering clinician or charge nurse, as necessary, to determine testing urgency. Whole blood venipuncture samples should be run within 60 minutes of collection for Chemistry analysis. Ward Round Collection 6 . Special specimen collection procedures, including more invasive procedures, or those with an increased risk of complications to the patient, (e.g. The minimum identification criteria is not met (See above). Gently rotate for 10 seconds. Take care not to touch the inside lip of the container or the underside of lid. All tests requested by the physician should be properly identified with a written or electronic order. These are requirements for acceptable specimens: • Samples are to be collected according to specific laboratory instrument manuals (Reference Lab Manuals, instrument operator’s manuals) for individual specimen handling requirements. Dougherty L, Lister S (2015) The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures. After 4:30, if the ordering clinician requests next day results, the clinician must call the Lab to notify the staff of the urgent draw. endstream endobj startxref Spin immediately for 10 minutes at 3000 rpm. Specimen collection and processing procedures. SELF-COLLECTED "DIRTY" URINE SPECIMENS (UNISEX). Following are general guidelines for blood and urine (urinalysis) specimen processing and handling at this facility. There are also very specific instructions in the restrooms. Set Aptima tube with patient label in test tube holder on the small table. Break off the top half of the swab at the mark. surgical procedures), will need a more detailed explanation and, in some cases, written consent – this is the responsibility of the team collecting the specimens as it is outside of laboratory control. Process specimens that require testing at a reference laboratory according to the reference lab online instructions. Check the reference laboratory manual for the correct preservative for the test ordered. This is necessary to allow for adequate clotting and spinning time prior to the daily reference lab pick up at 5pm. • Store the urine in the refrigerator or on ice and transport as soon as possible to the laboratory. • Place the cup in the silver door with the yellow sign. • Collect all urine from that day until the same time the following day. Unlabeled or incorrectly labeled specimens will be discarded by Lab staff. Alternatively, collection tubes containing gel separators may be used; centrifuging these will provide a physical barrier between serum and red blood cells. END OF DAY PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS FOR BLOOD SPECIMENS. %PDF-1.5 %���� Do not shake the collection tube; shaking may cause hemolysis. Microbiology Specimen Collection Manual. Lab staff will research the requested test and contact the ordering provider if there are any issues. Include the 24 urine volume on the labels. Proper specimen collection and handling is an integral part of obtaining a valid and timely laboratory test result. University of FLorida Health Pathology Laboratories Microbiology Laboratory.
Screw the cap tightly on the tube. If the test is not in the "Pick Lists", the provider can select "Additional Lab Tests-Find". The patient will be given thorough instructions by the phlebotomist or CLS before collecting the specimen. Specimens collected in these tubes may be stored without transfer, as long as the gel creates a complete separation between serum and red cells. h�bbd``b`� $V �| �bb�;@,n�R� b1�$���q �2���wf1012i�00M���� � ӝ If analysis of the specimen is to be delayed, carefully separate the plasma from the red blood cells, and transfer it to a specimen container that can be capped and labeled.
691 0 obj <>stream Microbiology Section: Room 3164. • Void a small amount of urine into the toilet; then collect a midstream sample of urine in the cup, ensuring it is at least 1/3 full. SPECIMEN COLLECTION MANUAL . In-house lab testing ends at 5:15 each day. All "outside" request forms should include patient name and birthdate. • Separate the folds of skin around the urinary opening. • The urine cup must be labeled with the patient label. Brekle B, Hartley J (2014) Specimen Collection: Microbiology and Virology. If the requested test does not appear in the list, enter "Quest" in the Search box, choose "Quest Miscellaneous-Common" and, in the mandatory question field, enter the name of the test to be run.
• Excrete all the urine into the toilet and record the time. A late blood draw will be done, the blood processed, and the Lab will request a STAT pick up from our reference lab. 665 0 obj <> endobj Refer to the "Blood Collection” policy and procedure for a more detailed description on the collection of blood specimens prior to testing. Follow reference lab instructions for storing and sending plasma. Refer to the "Blood Collection” policy and procedure for a more detailed description on the collection of blood specimens prior to testing. • Wipe the end of the penis thoroughly with the antiseptic towelettes provided, beginning at the urethral opening and working away from it. NOTE: To get the most current and/or additional information on Laboratory Tests, look in CHCS under “Lab Test Information” (LTI) TABLE OF CONTENTS.
Store at conditions recommended by the reference lab. Send-out blood draws end at 4:30 each day. Follow all bio-safety practices established by OSHA. These requirements may also be found in the Specimen Handling sections of individual assay procedures. Whole blood collected in EDTA provides accurate results for all parameters within eight hours of collection. Glucose concentrations are affected by the length of time since the patient has eaten and by the type of sample collected from the patient. Routine lab services end at 4:30 each day, however electronic patient check in for is available until 5pm. If the specimen is collected in a plain red top tube, carefully separate the serum from the clot, and transfer it to a specimen container that can be capped and labeled.