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Swab for culture - deep wound

Alternative Names:

Wound culture
Seroma

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

WSD

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Swab

Container Types:

Gel Swab

Collection & Request Instructions:

Swabs should be transported as soon as possible to the laboratory, especially if anaerobic culture is required.

The type of wound and site of origin is essential for interpretation of culture results. eg abscess/left arm, cat bite/right hand. Relevant clinical information should be recorded.

Clean the wound carefully with saline before swabbing the wound.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Daily

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