A medical assistant is preparing to collect a mid-stream clean-catch urine specimen from a female patient. After the patient cleanses the perineal area, which of the following instructions is correct?

A medical assistant is preparing to collect

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ACollect the last portion of the urine stream into the cup to reduce contamination
BHold the labia together while voiding to direct the stream into the cup
CBegin voiding immediately into the collection cup from the start of urination
DVoid a small amount into the toilet, then collect the mid-stream portion in the cup, then finish voiding into the toilet

✓ Correct answer: D. Void a small amount into the toilet, then collect the mid-stream portion in the cup, then finish voiding into the toilet A mid-stream clean-catch specimen requires discarding the initial urine stream to flush urethral contaminants, then collecting the midstream portion, which reduces the risk of specimen contamination with periurethral flora.

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