Mycobacterial Culture (Blood Culture)

Department

Microbiology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

TBFB

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2299

Laboratory Handling

Sample Stability

6 weeks

Synonyms

TB Blood culture

Turnaround Time

6 weeks

Specimen Type

  • Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Blood Culture Set

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Blood Culture Set

Last updated: 18/10/2026