Which of the Following Is a Guideline for the Preparation

Which of the following is a guideline for the preparation and transportation of a specimen to an outside laboratory for pathologic study?

A) Use whatever collection device is available
B) Maintain the sample in a state as close to its original state as possible
C) Use the same specimen for both microbiologic and pathologic examination
D) Keep the specimens in a heated environment after obtaining them
E) Obtain the specimen after the patient has started taking an antimicrobial