Preferred Sample Type
Pneumocystis carinii (P. jirovei) PCR
Sample Preparation
Blood or Respiratory Sample
Turnaround Time
7-28 DaysSample Stability
If transport is delayed, sample must be refrigerated for up to 48 hoursGeneral Information
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.