Volver arriba
clínica UPB

Preparation Instructions for Bacilloscopy (BK in Sputum)

Read carefully and follow these recommendations in preparation for the exam:​

  • Take the sputum sample preferably on an empty stomach or in the early morning hours.
  • Wash your mouth only with water and without brushing your teeth.
  • Collect the sputum sample in the container that was delivered to you by the laboratory.
  • Uncover the container only at the time of taking the sample.
  • Cough strongly, the ideal is that the tear has a very little amount of saliva.
  • Deliver the sample to the laboratory in the shortest possible time after the sample has been taken.

 

Remember: By taking these recommendations into account, you will contribute to a correct diagnosis.