Sputum PCP – (Pneumocystis jirovecii)

Test Information

• Container:
  Universal 30ml (white) or Sputum Pot 60ml (silver)
   
• Collection conditions:
  If an urgent PCP result is required, please discuss with the Microbiologist. This test will only be done on induced sputum or bronchial alveolar lavage. -
   
• Reporting Frequency:
  TAT - Available twice weekly, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with tests being run overnight and results available the following day
   

• Additional information

  Sample stability 20C to 80C for one month
  

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