Department
Microbiology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
CORN
Test Code (Numeric Code)
2048
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
24 hours
Associated Tests
Synonyms
Culture
Turnaround Time
48 hours
Results of direct examination are available within 1 hour of specimen receipt. Culture reports on positives are issued immediately. Interim negative reports will be issued at 48 hours and a final report is issued at 10 days
Specimen Type
- Corneal Scraping
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Petri Dish (Mycology)
- Please refer to Additional Information below
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Petri Dish (Mycology)
- Please refer to Additional Information below
Pre-testing Requirements
Direct inoculation of the culture media and smear preparation at the bedside is essential.
Additional Specimen Information
The Microbiology Department will provide appropriate material following a telephone request. The Greenlane Clinical Centre Eye Clinic and Eye ward are automatically provided with collection kits.
All requests must include information about the suspected causative agent, e.g. amoebae, bacteria or fungi.
Acanthoamoeba culture: if this is required, please inoculate inside the circle on the plate and do not place the patient label on this side.
Last updated: 31/03/2026