Testing Laboratories
Waitematā | Northshore HospitalWaitematā | Waitakere Hospital
Department
Microbiology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
CS
Test Code (Numeric Code)
2015
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
7 days
Synonyms
Cervical swab
Turnaround Time
48 hours
Specimen Type
- Cervical Swab
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Swab - Bacterial
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Swab - Bacterial
Last updated: 21/02/2026