Collection and transport of specimens for bacteriological analysis: a neglected subject in medical teaching.
The collection and transport of specimens are important steps in bacteriological diagnosis. Using blood cultures and sputum as examples, the need for close collaboration between the laboratory and the clinic is demonstrated.
D001431:Bacteriological Techniques; D001769:Blood / Q000382:microbiology; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D006747:Hospital Communication Systems; D006801:Humans; D013048:Specimen Handling / Q000379:methods*; D013183:Sputum / Q000382:microbiology; D013492:Suppuration / Q000382:microbiology