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Pericardial fluid Gram stain   

Overview | Risks | Results

Alternative names:

Gram stain of pericardial fluid

What the Risks Are

There is a risk of puncturing the heart or the lung with this procedure. Introducing infection into the area is another rare, but potential risk.

Special Considerations

Other tests may be performed on the pericardial fluid sample.

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