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Urine Schistosomiasis

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

UMC

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Registration Instructions:

CSR staff please make a photocopy of the request form for microbiology.

For Schistosomiasis haematobium in urine, collection of a whole void specimen taken anytime between 10:00 and 14:00 in a urine container withour preservatives is recommended. Peak egg excretion is between 10:00 and 14:00

Specimen Types:

Urine random

Container Types:

Plain 70mL pot

Adults Volume or Mass:

40 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

10 mL

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Daily

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