| Threadworm ova (Sellotape slide)
If threadworms are suspected, a sellotape slide should be obtained as follows. Obtain a glass slide. Apply a single strip of sellotape (2 inches long) to the anal area first thing in the morning before washing or passing faeces. Stick sellotape FLAT on the slide without folds and label the end of the slide. Place the slide in a slide box (available from the laboratory) and send to the laboratory.
Reports usually ready within 24 hours
Tuberculosis Sputum - The result of a deep cough (preferably early morning) should be collected in a sterile plastic screw-capped container, available from Pathology reception.
Reports usually ready within 3-8 weeks. Antimicrobial sensitivities take another 4-8 weeks. Microscopy 1-2 days.
Urine Culture - Three consecutive early-morning specimens of 200ml each are required. Bottles available from Pathology reception.
Reports usually ready within 3-8 weeks. Antimicrobial sensitivities take another 4-8 weeks
Other specimens - e.g. bronchial brushes, serous, (pleural) and peritoneal fluid CSF and pus. These should be collected in sterile containers, e.g. universals.
Reports usually ready within 3-8 weeks. Antimicrobial sensitivities take another 4-8 weeks
Body Tissues - Again in sterile containers and if in danger of drying out, add a little sterile normal saline.
Reports usually ready within 3-8 weeks. Antimicrobial sensitivities take another 4-8 weeks
NOTE – samples can be fast tracked for TB PCR when clinically indicated.
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