At the end of last year, testing for Beta-D-Glucan (BDG) was brought in-house. The median turnaround time using the new in-house assay is around two days, which facilitates a greater impact on antifungal stewardship when the result is negative.
Sputum (AFB)
Category | Bacteriology Medical Microbiology |
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Reporting frequency | TAT - Microscopy available within 24 hours; cultures are incubated for 42 days |
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