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Test ID: IDENTIFICATION MYCOBACTERIUM - SGH

Test Name:
IDENTIFICATION MYCOBACTERIUM - SGH
Test Code:
O MYCOID S
Specialised Test:
No - Send Out Test
Turnaround Time:
2 - 4 weeks depending on the nature of the organismMon - Fri
Test Schedule:
NA
Test Type:
Send Out Test (SGH)
Additional Test Note:
Additional charge when TB c/s is positiveThis is not NTM sensitivity. It is to identify an unknown mycobacterium that has been isolated. Includes identification of MTBC and 1st line ST for MTBC; identification of NTM.https://www.sgh.com.sg/patient-care/specialties-services/Pathology/Documents/View%20Test%20Listing/IDENTIFICATION%20OF%20MYCOBACTERIA.pdf
Sample Requirement:
Referred cultured acid-fast positive isolate from other laboratoriesFresh pure culture of isolate on slant in sealed, screw-capped plastic tube. Local laboratories may submit positive MGIT tubes or Myco-F lytic cultures, but these must be packed and labelled properly. All containers should be tightly closed, labeled with identifying lab number and placed in a biohazard-labelled ziplock bag. Pack and transport according to MOH-BATA requirements
Fasting Requirement:
None
Parkway Laboratory Services
Last Update:
26/09/2024
Update:
Additional Note, Sample Requirement, Turnaround Time

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