Culture -Faeces including microscopy


Test Name
Culture -Faeces including microscopy
Test Code
FCMC1
Specimen Type

Faeces

Collect sample into Brown topped faeces container.  Screw lid on tightly to ensure seal.  Refrigerate until transported to laboratory

Comments

Rotavirus, Clostridium difficile toxin and Cryptosporidium will be performed on all watery stools or on request.

The following are only performed on specific request:

Enterovirus
Adenovirus
Norovirus
CMV
E Coli 0157:H7
Helicobacter pylori

Assay Performed
Bacteriology
RCH
9345 5739
Assay Frequency

As requested

See Also
Helicobacter pylori antigen screen in faeces
Norovirus Nucleic Acid Detection - faeces
Rotavirus - Faeces
Enteric