Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

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 Jar

Collection Instructions:

2-8 deg required if transport delayed > 30 mins

Frequency:

Daily

Result Turnaround Time:

6-8 weeks

Laboratory Use Only

Laboratory Notes:

Contact VIDRL 9342 2674

External Laboratory:

Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (V.I.D.R.L)

External Laboratory details...