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Swab for culture - superficial

Alternative Names:Superficial culture
Nose culture
Ear culture
Eye culture
Throat culture
Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:SFICIAL C, NOS C, EAR C, EYE C, THR C
Specimen Types:Swab
Container Types:
Gel Swab
Collection & Request Instructions:

The site or origin of the swab is essential for interpretation of culture results.

 Throat & rectal swabs for gonorrhoea must be gel swabs.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature