Preferred Sample Type

Organism screening

Suitable Specimen Types

Charcoal Swab

Organism screening

Turnaround Time

24-48 hrs (negative), 48 - 72 hrs (Positive) from receipt of sample

Sample Stability

If transport is delayed, sample should be refrigerated for up to 48 hours

General Information

If you are unsure or require advice; contact the laboratory using extension number 13306 during normal working hours or via switchboard at other times.

 

Information Sharing: If your sample needs to be referred or a notifiable disease is detected from your sample, your details and sample may be shared with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). This is a legal requirement. The UKHSA is sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.

Notes

Please note as part of organism screening, the laboratory will investigate for:

- Carbapenamase Producing Eneterobacterales 

- Acinetobacter (MDR)

Specifications

  • EQA Status: Enrolled in UK NEQAS
  • EQAS Scheme: Yes

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