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Test Category: Microbiology

Investigation Name:Volume Pus

Alias or Abbreviation:n/a

Pathology Laboratory:Microbiology Ext 88257

Requestable Seperately?No

Part of Profile:n/a

Tests in Profile:C&S

Units:n/a

Minimum Sample Volume:1-20ml

Expected Turnaround Time:72 hrs

Test Code:PU

Sample Type:

Sterile Universal (30ml)

Collection Conditions / Other Information:The specimen should be collected before the start of antimicrobial therapy where possible and sent in a sterile universal. Specimens should be transported to the laboratory as soon as possible. If delay in transport please store in fridge.

Referred to Another Laboratory?No