Vulval swab

About This Test

Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology

Requirement:

Swab

Turnaround Time:

2-3 days

Culture for common pathogens excluding anaerobes unless surgical wound

Other Comments:

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:
Specimen transport: Transport to laboratory as soon as possible. If transport is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature.