Schistosoma haematobium
Microbiology
Description
Sample Type
Urine in a sterile universal container. (Must be delivered on day of collection)
Reference Range
NA
Turnaround Time
>95% within 24-48Hrs of receipt - Significant results are reported as soon as practicable
Testing Frequency
As Required
External Notes
Terminal portion of urine voided between 10:00am and 2:00pm is the best specimen. The result can be available in <4 hrs if required. Please state clearly on request that investigation for SCHISTOSOMES required.
Patient Preparation
Follow standard nursing procedures to obtain sample
See Also
OVA, CYSTS AND PARASITES
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Your contact for this test
Charlotte O'Reilly BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, MSc Biomedical Sciences
Deputy Laboratory Manager - Bacteriology
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Schistosoma haematobium