Blood Culture – Paediatric

Phlebotomy Requirements

Hospital use Only

Collection

Bottles should be filled with a minimum of 1-3ml of blood and should be transported to the laboratory as soon as possible

Sample container

Bactec Paed Bottle

Notes

Process guide https://esneftpathology.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/blood-cultures-guidance.pdf

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