Microbiology
| Full details for "Pleural fluid culture". | |
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Name |
Pleural fluid culture |
Alternative name/Profile |
pleural effusion / Pleurisy / pleuritis |
Department |
Microbiology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Pleural fluid |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 ml in a sterile universal container |
Frequency of analysis |
Daily |
Turnaround time |
3 days |
Availability |
Monday - Sunday |
Notes |
*Microscopy results are available within 24 hours. Urgent microscopy can be performed if necessary. Please contact the laboratory. Pleural fluid specimens are sent to IMRL for routine mycobacterial culture. Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately. |
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Last updated |
Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:59:40 GMT |