ANAEROBIC CULTURE

22002501

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Lab Section Category
Specimen Collection

Tissues, fluids, pus, aspirates

Storage/Transport

• Specimen should reach the Microbiology Laboratory within 2 hours of collection.
• If delay in transportation cannot be avoided, keep specimens at 2 to 8°C.

Methodology

Culture

Test Result

Negative:
“No growth of anaerobes”

Positive:
Identification of probable pathogen(s)

Turnaround Time

Negative: 6 – 8 Days

Positive: 4 – 8 Days

Day(s) Test Set Up

Daily

Additional Information

Please note that an aerobic culture is typically ordered with an anaerobic culture test. Please indicate under “Special Instructions” section if only an anaerobic culture is required.

Sample Rejection

Refer to General Specimen / Collection Guide

Last Updated - 28 May 2025