Which of the Following Clinical Specimens Would Be Expected to Be

Question

Which of the following clinical specimens would be expected to be sterile in a healthy individual?
A) blood
B) urine
C) sputum
D) stool
E) skin and wound swabs

Accepted Answer

Blood is expected to be sterile in a healthy individual as it does not normally harbor any microorganisms. Urine, sputum, stool, and skin and wound swabs can contain normal flora or potential pathogens even in healthy individuals.