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Principles of obtaining blood for culture
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Principles of obtaining blood for culture
Principles of obtaining blood for culture
Method of blood sample collection for culture
Number and timing of blood samples for culture
Volume of blood samples for culture
Effect of previous antimicrobial therapy on blood culture results
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Principles of antimicrobial use
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Principles of obtaining blood for culture
Published March 2025
Principles of obtaining blood for culture
Method of blood sample collection for culture
Number and timing of blood samples for culture
Volume of blood samples for culture
Effect of previous antimicrobial therapy on blood culture results
