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

team

Charlotte O'Reilly BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, MSc Biomedical Sciences

Acting Laboratory Manager - Bacteriology

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Schistosoma haematobium