Bartholins abscess

Gram stain and culture for common pathogens

 Other Comments:

Collection container (including preservatives): 

Sterile plain container - Pus or fluid  (preferred sample type)

Pink topped Copan e swab – abscess swabs:

Special instructions -

Please note: Relevant clinical data and details of recent or current antimicrobial treatment must be provided:  Collect sample before antimicrobial therapy where possible.

Specimen transport: Transport to laboratory as soon as possible. If transport is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage in ambient temperatures