Bacterial culture (CAPD Fluid)

Testing Laboratory

Department

Microbiology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

CAPD

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2054

Laboratory Handling

Transport

Send complete bag of dialysate

Separating

Several aliquots taken aseptically and stored.

Sample Stability

24 hours

Associated Tests

• Fungal Culture (Miscellaneous)
• Mycobacterial Culture (Aspirated Fluids)

Synonyms

Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis

Turnaround Time

48 hours

Results of direct examination, cell count and gram stain are available within 2 hours of specimen receipt. Culture reports on positives are issued immediately. Interim negative reports are issued after 48 hours and a final report is issued at 5 days.

Specimen Type

• CAPD Fluid

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• CAPD Fluid Bag

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• CAPD Fluid Bag

Additional Specimen Information

Please specify if mycobacterial or fungal culture is required.

Contact Information