Testing Laboratories
Waitematā | Northshore HospitalWaitematā | Waitakere Hospital
Department
Microbiology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
URS
Test Code (Numeric Code)
2013
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
7 days
Synonyms
Urethral Swab
Turnaround Time
48 hours
Specimen Type
- Genital Swab
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Swab - Bacterial
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Swab - Bacterial
Additional Specimen Information
Urethral Swab
Last updated: 21/02/2026