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Test/Investigation

Genital

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

NNUH

Comments/Precautions

Culture & microscopy

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

<12 Hrs/ 24 Hrs Delays - refrigerate

Sample type

Swab in Charcoal transport medium

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

3 days

If UKAS Accredited Test indicate at which site

NNUH