Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Swab)

Testing Laboratory

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

TBSW

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2366

Laboratory Handling

Registration

Register with a B or W number. Send with a copy of the form and 3 lasi labels

Sample Stability

24 Hours

Synonyms

MTB Complex DNA Detection
TB PCR
Tuberculosis PCR
TB

Turnaround Time

1 week

Specimen Type

• N/A

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Swab - Bacterial

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Swab - Bacterial

Contact Information