Testing Laboratories
Waitematā | Northshore HospitalWaitematā | Waitakere Hospital
Department
Microbiology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
PUS
Test Code (Numeric Code)
2058
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
7 days
Synonyms
Pus
Turnaround Time
5 days
Specimen Type
- Aspirate
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Specimen Container
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Specimen Container
Last updated: 21/02/2026