Cough Plates

Pathology category

Microbiology

Code

COU

Referral code

Request form

Test information

For cystic fibrosis patients. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Ensure plates are labelled with patient details on reverse side and not on the lid.Any materials used in taking these samples must be discarded in an approved clinical waste and/or sharps container.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Culture plates

Special requirements

Plates

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

2 - 5 days

TAT Inpatient

TAT GP/Outpatient

2 - 5 days

Referral lab

Local