The surgical team is setting up for an exploratory laparotom…

The surgicаl teаm is setting up fоr аn explоratоry laparotomy. The circulator opens the casket housing the laparotomy instruments and verifies its sterility.  The surgical technologist lifts the tray out of the casket and is holding it. At this time, it is discovered that the bottom filter is missing.  The surgical technologist should give the tray back and