Culture and sensitivity of swabs from throat infections. Bacterial isolates are responsible for 30% of pharingitis cases, the primary pathogens being Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Strep)and haemolytic Streps C and G, Arcanobacterium haemolyticum, Fusobacteria, Automated liquid culture is used with digital plate reading.
Tube
Copan pink single swab pack
ID
3624
Availability
Mon- Sun 8.30 – 5pm
Additional information
Ensure correct clinical details are indicated or selected on Order Comms if unusual pathogen is suspected.
Turn around
6 days
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con
Shaft of inoculated swab is broken at coloured breakpoint into liquid tube and cap screwed tightly.
IP Routine TAT
6 days
GP Routine TAT
6 days