Test Includes

Microscopy for yeasts
Culture for bacteria and fungi; antibiotic sensitivities on potential pathogens

Request Form 

Microbiology form (Green)

Availability

On request during normal working hours

Specific Criteria

Please give detailed clinical information, including date of onset/contact with the suspected infection, and any current, or intended, antibiotic therapy

Turnaround Time

48 hours for fungal culture and antibiotic sensitivities on potential pathogens

Specimen

Bacterial culture swab in transport medium

Container

Swab in suitable transport medium

Collection

Samples should be transported to laboratory immediately

Lab. Handling

Samples should be processed as soon as possible

Causes for Rejection

Unlabelled sample
Delay in sample reaching laboratory