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Amoeba Culture (Free Living)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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For the diagnosis of meningitis and corneal lesions caused by free-living amoebae. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Friday. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Naegleria, |
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Code:
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient.
Sample must reach laboratory within 24 hours of collection. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Not Applicable
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile Container (STERILE), |
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Sample Type:
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CSF;Brain tissue;Corneal Scrapings;Contact Lens |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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N/A |
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Collection Instructions:
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Contact testing laboratory prior to collection. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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N/A |
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Stability:
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24 hours ambient |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Water Testing |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6457 2171 |
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Last Updated : 01-10-2020 11:06 |