Swabs for microscopy and culture |
Alternate names: | Ear Culture, Eye Culture, Nose Culture, Throat Culture, Wound swab |
Laboratory: | Microbiology |
Test Code: | SMC |
Specimen types: | Swab |
Container types: | | Swab - blue top (Amies transport media) |  |
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Collection Instructions: | Specimen Collection
•Label the transport swab with the patient’s full name, date of birth,
•For closed wounds clean away excess debris and purulent material from the opening.
Microbiology Specimen Collection Guide
Use for wounds, exudates, eyes, ears, throat, skin and mucosal surfaces.
Transport at room temperature to the Laboratory
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Notes: | Microbiology Specimen Collection Guide
The transit of specimen from Angliss or Maroondah lab and out of working hour collection may cause the prolonged turnaround time |
Frequency: | Daily |
Result Turnaround Time: | 2-5 days |
Accessing Results
EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.
Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.
To access Auscare, see instructions.
Forms & Collection Guides
Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form
Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.
Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.
Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions
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