Dental Specimens (Pus, swab of pus)

Microbiology

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Description

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Sample Type

Pus in aseptically produced container or Swab of pus ( if insufficient material )

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Reference Range

N/A

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Turnaround Time

Within 3 days

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Testing Frequency

Daily

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External Notes

Clinical details are extremely important as they will indicate the target pathogens and length of incubation. Culture results are dependant on the quality of the specimen - ensure specimens are transported to laboratory ASAP - target organisms are extremely fastidious.

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Patient Preparation

Follow standard procedures to obtain sample

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