Collection, transport and general processing of clinical specimens in Microbiology laboratory
Por:
Sánchez-Romero MI, García-Lechuz Moya JM, González López JJ and Orta Mira N
Publicada:
1 feb 2019
Categoría:
Microbiology (medical)
Resumen:
The interpretation and the accuracy of the microbiological results still depend to a great extent on the quality of the samples and their processing within the Microbiology laboratory. The type of specimen, the appropriate time to obtain the sample, the way of sampling, the storage and transport are critical points in the diagnostic process. The availability of new laboratory techniques for unusual pathogens, makes necessary the review and update of all the steps involved in the processing of the samples.
Nowadays, the laboratory automation and the availability of rapid techniques allow the precision and turn-around time necessary to help the clinicians in the decision making. In order to be efficient, it is very important to obtain clinical information to use the best diagnostic tools. (C) 2018 Elsevier Espana, S.L.U. and Sociedad Espanola de Enfermedades Infecciosas y Microbiologia Clinica. All rights reserved.
Filiaciones:
Sánchez-Romero MI:
Servicio de Microbiología, Hospital Universitario Puerta de Hierro Majadahonda, Majadahonda, Madrid, España
García-Lechuz Moya JM:
Servicio de Microbiología, Hospital Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, España
González López JJ:
Servicio de Microbiología, Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, España
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Servicio de Microbiología, Hospital Francesc de Borja, Gandía, Valencia, España
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