Test Directory
Tissue (incl. Biopsy) for TB
Containers - Adult
Plain Sterile Universal Container
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Volume Range
As much as possible.
Additive per Container
None |
Containers - Child
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Plain Sterile Universal Container
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Volume Range
As much as possible. |
Laboratory Site
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Little France Crescent
Edinburgh EH16 4SA
Transport arrangements
Transport as soon as is practicable.
Sample storage arrangements
If delay in transporting, store in the fridge (4-6°C).
Special instructions for collection
Useful: in patients where disseminated TB is suspected.
Collect in a plain sterile universal container with no preservative added. Samples in formalin cannot be processed. Consider whether discussion with the lab is required prior to sampling to ensure transport and processing are timely and the appropriate tests are performed. Ideally collect specimens prior to antimicrobial therapy.
How to request
Via Trak ("Mycobacteria TB Ix - Tissue" then specify site. Alternatively order via request from.
Availability
0900-1700 Mon - Fri.
Anticipated turnaround
Microscopy: 1 day. Culture: 4 - 6 weeks.
What happens if the result is positive or abnormal
Telephoned by microbiologist.
General additional information
For further information, please see Scottish Mycobacteria Reference Laboratory