Streptococcus pneumoniae urinary antigen
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: Fresh urine sample in plain white topped container
Turnaround Time: Within 24 hours |
Detection of Streptococcus pnuemoniae urinary antigen - severe community acquired pneumoniae.
Other Comments:
Specimen transport: please transport to laboratory as soon as possible. Samples tested in virology department.
Special remarks: To avoid delays, please DO NOT SEND on same request as urine culture and sensitivity.