Nose swab

About This Test

Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology

Requirement:

Swab in White topped Copan E swab for MRSA, charcoal swab for fungal or other bacterial pathogens

Turnaround Time:

1-3 days

Refer to your local screening policy for pre-operative and admission screening

Refer to MRSA screen for methicillin-resistant Staph aureus testing

Other Comments:

Collection container (including preservatives): Pink topped Copan e swab

Special instructions - Please state specific reason for sampling. Provide details of any underlying condition which may lead to immunosuppression. If fungal pathogens suspected please indicate clearly on request. Samples without relevant clinical data will be rejected.

Please note: nasal swabs are not suitable samples for Bordetella species

Specimen transport: Transport to laboratory as soon as possible. If transport is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage in ambient temperatures