Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
EDTA Whole Blood Sputum BALPneumocystis carinii (P. jirovei) PCR
Specimen Volume
At least 500uL of respiratory sample or 3mls of EDTA blood will be required for testingSample Preparation
Blood or Respiratory Sample
Turnaround Time
3-7 DaysSample Stability
If transport is delayed, sample must be refrigerated. All specimens should be transported to the laboratory the same day.General 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.