What is the term for the cleanest part of a voided urine specimen that is collected after voiding is initiated and before it is finished?
a. Sterile specimen
b. "Caught" specimen
c. Midstream specimen
d. Patient-collected specimen
ANS: C
A midstream urine specimen is collected after voiding is initiated and before it is completed.
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