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16S rRNA Bacterial Identification (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

16S

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Tissue

Container Types:

Fresh Tissue Pot

Collection & Request Instructions:

Test will only be performed after consultation with the Microbiology Registrar.

Please advise laboratory as soon as possible after collection if this test may be required.

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples