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Microbiology

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Bone Marrow

Bone marrow samples can be cultured for Mycobacterium species - see Mycobacterial culture

Sample type

Bone marrow

Specimen requirements

Blood sent in a PST (lithium heparin) tube

Minimum volume

0.5ml

Frequency of test

Daily

Turnaround time

Auramine stain - <24 hours

Mycobacterium culture - up to 7 weeks (negative cultures)

What to request on EPR

Mycobacterial culture MCS - > specimen type bone marrow

Last reviewed:17 February 2023

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