Test Code FECWBC WBCs, Stool

Performing Laboratory

Chilton Hospital Laboratory-Microbiology

Gram Stain

Specimen Type: Stool
Container/Tube: Clean, dry container with a tightly-fitting lid

Specimen Volume: 5 g

Specimen Minimum Volume: Size of 2 peas

Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random stool specimen.

2. No preservative.

Additional Information: See Stool Collections-Chilton Hospital in Special Instructions for more information.

Ambient

No WBCs seen.

Monday through Sunday

Turnaround Time:

Routine-24 hours