Collection of Stool in Cary Blair Vial
- Stool should be collected in a comode hat or sterile container that fits on the stool and not directly from the toilet. Do Not contaminate specimen with urine.
- Collect fecal specimen in a clean, dry, wide-mouthed container.
- Using the spoon built into the cap, small samples should be added to the liquid in the vial, paying particular attention to areas that appear bloody or watery.
- Place stool in vial within two hours of passing.
- If the solution in the vial is beyond its expiration date, appears yellow or cloudy prior to use, it should be discarded and another vial obtained from the provider.
- Add sufficient sample to raise the liquid level to the red fill line on the label.
- Use the spoon to mix the sample.
- Recap the vial, making sure that the lid is securely fastened.
- Firmly shake vial until the contents appear homogenous (same consistency)
- Label vial appropriately with first name, last name, date and time of collection, and date of birth or medical record number (in the ID field).
- Keep refrigerated until delivering to the laboratory