Deep pus culture
Abscess, purulent collection, tissus biospy
When to request this test
Abscess, soft tissue infection, purulent collection
Interferences and limitations
- Contamination by skin flora during sampling: follow careful aseptic sampling procedure
- Antibiotic treatment before sampling can inhibit bacterial growth leading to false-negative results
It is recommended to stop antibiotics before sample collection, if possible
5 days
- Sample nature: Pus
- Recommended volume: As much as possible
- Type of container: Sterile container or Swab (eSwab preferably)
<2h at room temperature (<12h if swab with transport medium)