Candida Culture (HVS)

Pathology category

Microbiology

Code

GUMS

Referral code

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Test information

For GUM use only. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Specimens should be transported and processed as soon as possible. If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to ambient temperature. Delays of over 48h are undesirable.Any materials used in taking these samples must be discarded in an approved clinical waste or sharps container.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Sigma transport swab

Special requirements

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

2 days

TAT Inpatient

TAT GP/Outpatient

NA

Referral lab

Local