S. pneumoniae Antigen (Urine)

Testing Laboratories

Department

Microbiology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

PLUS

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2099

Laboratory Handling

Registration

Dedicated M number is required

Sample Stability

7 days

Synonyms

S. pneumoniae Antigen (Urine)
Pneumococcal + Legionella Screen (Urine)
Urinary Antigen

Turnaround Time

1 hour

Specimen Type

• Urine

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• BD Urine Tube (no additive)

Acceptable

• Specimen Container

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• BD Urine Tube (no additive)

Acceptable

• Specimen Container

Additional Specimen Information

If special tests are required eg Acid Fast, Bacilli, Cryptococcus and Amoeba, a larger volume should be sent.

Contact Information