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Gastric Lavage for Tuberculosis

Ordering information:

Gastric Lavage
This is appropriate when the patient cannot produce expectorated sputum. These specimens must be neutralised to pH 7 within four hours of collection to ensure the viability of any mycobacteria present.

Contact Microbiology on 9895 3475 before the specimen is collected so arrangements can be made for the specimen to be sent to the reference laboratory.

Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
AFB
Specimen types:
Fluid
Container types:
Sterile JarSterile Jar
Collection Instructions:
2-8 deg required if transport delayed > 30 mins
Frequency:
Daily
Result Turnaround Time:
6-8 weeks
Laboratory Use Only

  

 

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare.  If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW