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
MicrobiologyAvailability
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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