Rapid Gram-stain for screening evidence of bacteria or fungi in clinical specimens
Microbiology
Bacteriology
○ Any sterile body fluid, tissue, swab as applicable
Other Information
○ This test is applicable to sterile body fluids and tissues and other clinical specimens (e.g. swabs) in consultation with the UHN/SH microbiologist on call
○ Results will be communicated by telephone as soon as possible after receipt of the specimen in the laboratory. Ensure specimen is received by the laboratory as soon as possible.
○ Urine, stool and blood cultures do not receive Gram stains upon receipt and will not be processed for an immediate STAT Gram request
○ Collect as described as per each test requested
Refer to section Sample Processing / Delivery
In-house
○ Up to 1 hour from specimen receipt
416-586-4800 extension 4506
YES
○ Transport to the laboratory as described as per each test requested