Throat swab (routine)
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Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: throat swab Turnaround Time: 2-3 days |
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Culture for common pathogens Collection container (including preservatives): Pink topped Copan e-swab
Special instructions - NB for all microbiology requests, relevant clinical data and details if recent or current antimicrobial treatment should be provided: NB state if recurrent infection Special instructions - Relevant clinical data and details if recent or current antimicrobial treatment should be provided: NB State if recurrent infection Throat swabs should be taken from the tonsillar area and/or posterior pharynx avoiding the tongue and uvula |
