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Sputum sampling

Sputum sampling

Why is it that some medical centers find it acceptable to submit specimens by mail when my center insists the specimen be delivered to the lab within an hour of collection?

I am curious.


lilli09
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Some specimens decay over time and require immediate preservation and/or analysis, if the results of the testing are to be valid.  You might want to ask this same question of your medical center, the next time you promptly deliver a specimen.
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