Investigation of Schistosomiasis (Bilharzia) following fresh water exposure in endemic areas (Africa, Middle East, Corsica) by concentration and microscopy.
Tube
White top universal.
ID
3606.
Availability
Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Additional Information
Full travel history and clinical details must be provided on request.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Collection Con
Urine for Schistosomiasis must be collected between 10:00am and 2:00pm after a period of activity. Alternatively a 24h collection of terminal samples of urine may be obtained.
Sample REQ
Minimum 10 ml volume. Boric acid must NOT be used.
IP Routine TAT
7 days.
GP Routine TAT
7 days.