Tissues for bacterial culture by Microbiology Department

Pathology category

Microbiology

Code

Referral code

Request form

All requests to be submitted using ICE

Test information

FRESH specimens are essential and all specimens should be sent to the laboratory immediately after collection. Ensure that all specimens are fully labelled with patient’s identification. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Sterile container. Tissues must not be placed in formalin.

Special requirements

Tissue

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

TAT GP/Outpatient

Referral lab