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Routine sputum culture - Risks

Alternative Names

Sputum culture

What the risks are:

There are no risks with this method of obtaining a sample.

Special considerations:

Sometimes a gram stain or AFB stain of the sputum done at the same time can help make the diagnosis.

  • Reviewed last on: 11/12/2007
  • Arnold L. Lentnek, M.D., Division of Infectious Disease, Kennestone Hospital, Marietta. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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