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Test Includes |
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Microscopy,
culture for bacteria and fungi; antibiotic sensitivities on
potential pathogens
The
type of cultural
investigations performed may vary, dependent on the
clinical information received
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Request
Form |
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Microbiology form (Green) |
Availability |
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On
request during normal working
hours |
Specific
Criteria |
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Please
give detailed clinical information, including date of onset/
contact with the suspected infection, and any current, or
intended, antibiotic therapy |
Turnaround
Time |
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48
hours for routine bacterial culture, up to 72 hours to
identify and perform antibiotic sensitivity testing on significant
organisms |
Specimen |
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Bacterial
culture swab in transport medium |
Collection |
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Samples should be transported to laboratory immediately |
Lab.
Handling |
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Samples should be processed as soon as possible |
Causes
for Rejection |
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Unlabelled sample
Delay in sample reaching laboratory
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