South West London Pathology (SWLP) is introducing new Beckman Coulter biochemistry analysers to it’s blood sciences laboratories across the whole SWLP network. This post includes the reference range changes for Croydon, Kingston and St George’s Hospital. Details of the changes for Epsom and St Helier hospitals will be added soon.
Skin Scrapings
| Category | Bacteriology Medical Microbiology |
|---|---|
| Reporting frequency | TAT - Microscopy results are available 48-72 hours after receipt. Culture results are available after 3 weeks or earlier if positive. |
Collection conditions
Skin scrapings, hair or nail clippings. Use a dry sterile bottle. All tissue samples should be collected aseptically and transferred directly.
Additional information
Sample stability – 1 week
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