The Importance of Timing in Sputum Specimen Collection: Best Practices for Accurate Results
Collecting a sputum specimen is a common procedure in healthcare, used to diagnose respiratory infections and other lung-related conditions. However, the timing of when this specimen is collected is crucial…
When the patient has had oral surgery or extensive facial injuries
When the patient is at the post- operative stage and transitioning from a clear liquid diet to regular diet after surgery.