Entomology studies – Ticks, Lice, Fleas, Scabies etc.

Test/Investigation

Entomology studies - Ticks, Lice, Fleas, Scabies etc.

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

NNUH

Comments/Precautions

Please send suspected organism for entomological analysis, or skin scrapings for scabies.

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

N/A

Ideal sample age for accurate results/Maximum acceptable sample age (at the time of analysis)

N/A

Sample type

All appropriate specimens in sterile container or Dermapak

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

3 days

If UKAS Accredited Test indicate at which site

NNUH