Testing Laboratory
Waitematā | Northshore HospitalDepartment
Microbiology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
MISC
Test Code (Numeric Code)
2022
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
7 days
Synonyms
Miscellaneous Swab (M/C/S)
Turnaround Time
72 hours
Specimen Type
- Swab - see Additional Information
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Swab - Bacterial
Acceptable
- Copan E-swab
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Swab - Bacterial
Acceptable
- Copan E-swab
Additional Specimen Information
Miscellaneous Swab
Last updated: 24/02/2026