Pseudonyms

Wound Swab culture / microscopy

Collection Requirements

Amies swab (Gel)- copan. Swab x 2 or IUD sent in sterile screw capped container.

Requires own tube?

No

Department

Microbiology

Availability

Weekdays & Saturday

Fee

Contact reference laboratory directly for up to date fee advice.

Notes

One swab in transport medium. One swab dry in plastic sheath. Smear on glass slide. If IUD removed, send in sterile container if indicated

Test code: UROG

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