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.
Nephrostomy Urine
Category | Bacteriology Medical Microbiology |
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Reporting frequency | TAT 1-2 days for culture, microscopy available same day |
Collection conditions
Nephrostomy urine, Ileostomy, Ureteric. For surgically obtained urine samples, please ring the lab before sending the sample and request as urgent.
Additional information
Sample stability – 1 week. Specimens that are not processed will be retained in the laboratory for up to 48 hours after the report is issued
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