Section 7.12
Microbiology and Parasitology Problem Solving

A 65-year-old female outpatient was requested by her physician to submit a 24-hour urine specimen for protein and creatinine tests. He also requested testing for mycobacteria in the urine. Should the microbiology laboratory accept this 24-hour specimen for culture?

Yes, if the specimen is kept on ice Yes, if the specimen is for aerobic culture only No, the specimen must be kept at room temperature No, the specimen is unsuitable for the recovery of mycobacteria

Section 7.12Microbiology and Parasitology Problem Solving

A 65-year-old female outpatient was requested by her physician to submit a 24-hour urine specimen for protein and creatinine tests. He also requested testing for mycobacteria in the urine. Should the microbiology laboratory accept this 24-hour specimen for culture?

Section 7.12
Microbiology and Parasitology Problem Solving