Sputum samples
Clinical Background:
Cellular examination to exclude or confirm presence of malignant cells.
Special stains can be performed to identify some infections (Gram stain, Acid Fast Bacilli, Grocott for fungal infections).
Cellular examination to exclude or confirm presence of malignant cells.
Special stains can be performed to identify some infections (Gram stain, Acid Fast Bacilli, Grocott for fungal infections).
Test Details
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Discipline:
Cytology, Non-gynaecological, Sputum
Cytology, Non-gynaecological, Sputum
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Specimen Container Adult:
25ml Universal or 60ml sterilin pot.
25ml Universal or 60ml sterilin pot.
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Minimum Volume Adult:
1ml
1ml
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Sample Stability:
Can be stored at room temperature for short periods, or store in refrigerator (2-8oC)
Can be stored at room temperature for short periods, or store in refrigerator (2-8oC)
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Transport Requirements:
Standard
Standard
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Quality Assurance:
NEQAS technical EQA scheme
NEQAS technical EQA scheme
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Routine Telephone:
0191 282 4437 for supplies or enquiries
0191 282 4437 for supplies or enquiries