Collection of Urine Midstream - Guidelines
Label specimen correctly with patient’s name, medical record number and time and date of collection. Note on the request form if the patient is menstruating. 11. Remove gloves 12. Wash hands 13. Place specimen container and request form in a biohazard specimen bag for transportation to the laboratory or store refrigerated for collection.
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