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Swab wound - Superfical

Alternative Names:

Superficial wound swab
skin swab
PICC Lines
Catheter tips
Ulcer

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

WSK

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Swab

Container Types:

Gel Swab

Collection & Request Instructions:

The site or origin of the swab is essential for interpretation of culture results. Dry swab may be appropriate please confirm with microbiology staff.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Daily

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

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