- Blood Collection: In pediatric patients, blood is often drawn from a vein using a small needle or through a finger prick. For infants, a heel stick may be used. - Urine Collection: Urine can be collected using a urine bag for infants or by asking older children to urinate into a sterile container. - Stool Collection: Parents are usually instructed on how to collect stool samples using a sterile container. - Throat Swabs: A sterile swab is rubbed against the back of the throat to collect a sample. - Lumbar Puncture: This procedure involves inserting a needle into the lower back to collect cerebrospinal fluid. - Sputum Collection: Older children may be asked to cough deeply to produce a sputum sample.
