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How long may the urine sample collected in the BD Vacutainer® Culture and Sensitivity Tube be held before a culture is performed, and how long is this sample stable at refrigerated temperatures?

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How long may the urine sample collected in the BD Vacutainer® Culture and Sensitivity Tube be held before a culture is performed, and how long is this sample stable at refrigerated temperatures?

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The urine sample may be held at room temperature for 48 hours before test results are compromised. Refrigeration will not extend the stability of the sample.