Pneumococcal Antigen (Urine)

Test/Investigation

Pneumococcal Antigen (Urine)

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

NNUH

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

>12 Hrs/ 48Hrs Delays - refrigerate

Sample type

Urine (Boric Acid/Sterile Universal)

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

5 days

If UKAS Accredited Test indicate at which site

NNUH