Test Directory

Sputum

Containers - Adult

Sputum Pot

Laboratory Site

RIE

51 Little France Crescent
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA

Telephone (Cytology): 0131 242 7162

Transport arrangements

If outwith the RIE please send via the laboratory van service

Sample storage arrangements

3-8°;C

Special instructions for collection

Not recommended for the diagnosis of malignancy unless the patient is unfit for other investigations. Samples will not be routinely accepted without prior discussion. Samples for diagnosis of TB should be sent to Microbiology

How to request

Complete Pathology request form

Availability

9am-5pm