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Sterility Check

Bacteriological and fungal investigation to assess sterility.

Sample type

Perfusion fluid
Bone graft (Bone Bank)
Bone swabs (Bone Bank)
Pancreatic islets
ITB wash
Breast milk

Specimen requirements

Send in a sterile universal container

Minimum volume

For fluids - 1ml

Frequency of test

Daily

Turnaround time

9 days

What to request on EPR

Sterility check / perfusion fluid / donor graft culture MCS

Last reviewed:16 February 2023