Microbiology
| Full details for "Schistosoma haematobium". | |
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Name |
Schistosoma haematobium |
Alternative name/Profile |
Schistosomiasis |
Department |
Microbiology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Urine |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Collect urine sample between 10.00h and 14.00h which is the period of maximum activity. Sterile containers without boric acid must be used. A minimum volume of 10mL is required. Notification must be given to Microbiology lab prior to collection. |
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Availability |
Testing is performed in Cherry Orchard Hospital (COH). |
Notes |
S. Haematobium adult worms are found in the venous plexus of the lower urinary tract and eggs are shed in urine. Notification must be given to Microbiology lab prior to collection Samples require to be transported to the Microbiology lab without delay to ensure transportation to COH and testing within an hour of sample collection. Testing is performed in COH. Immediate transportation to the laboratory required. |
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Last updated |
Thu, 04 Jul 2024 11:23:00 IST |