| Inner Site or Specimen |
| Preparation |
Cleanse area with mild antiseptic. |
| Type, Number or Volume |
Aspirate preferred. Swab also acceptable. |
| Container or Transport Device |
Sterile tube or culturette. |
| Technique |
Collect through sterile funnel from ear drum. |
| Comments |
Indicated for otitis media. |
| Outer Site or Specimen |
| Preparation |
Cleanse area with mild antiseptic. |
| Type, Number or Volume |
Swab, scrape, or fluid aspiration. |
| Container or Transport Device |
Sterile tube or culturette. |
| Technique |
Take specimen from afflicted area, preferably including fresh secretions. |
| Comments |
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