STARHS

Pathology category

Microbiology - Referred samples

Code

STRH

Referral code

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Test information

Any materials used in taking these samples must be discarded in an approved clinical waste and/or sharps container.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

If specimens can not be tested on the day of collection, store them at 2-8˚C in stoppered tubes for up to 6 days.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Special requirements

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

3 days

TAT Inpatient

3 days

TAT GP/Outpatient

Referral lab

Colindale