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Tests:CSF Multiplex PCR

2026-06-22T21:48:58Z

Ncampbell: .

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CSF Multiplex PCR}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Cerebrospinal fluid PCR, CSF PCR
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Infectious agent investigation with abnormal results - reflex testing. Otherwise contact Microbiology
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 08:00 - 15:30 hrs
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings - Approximately 120 mins.
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology: (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637 or 2630
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CNSP
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|CNSP
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Primary targets reported: HSV, VZV, Enterovirus, Parechovirus and N. meningitidis. Secondary targets reported IF positive.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A.
|}

Tests:CSF Multiplex PCR

2026-06-22T21:47:32Z

Ncampbell: Added info

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CSF Multiplex PCR}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Cerebrospinal fluid PCR, CSF PCR
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Infectious agent investigation with abnormal results - reflex testing. Otherwise contact Microbiology
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 08:00 - 15:30 hrs
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings - Approximately 120 mins.
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology and/or Biochemistry, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637, or 2448
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CNSP
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|CNSP
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Primary targets reported: HSV, VZV, Enterovirus, Parechovirus and N. meningitidis. Secondary targets reported IF positive.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A.
|}

Tests:CSF Multiplex PCR

2026-06-22T21:35:36Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CSF Multiplex PCR}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|cerebrospinal fluid, lumbar puncture
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings - Cell count < 60 Mins, Culture 3 - 5 days, Biochemistry 1 - 2.5 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology and/or Biochemistry, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637 or 2448
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CSF
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|3095
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|Refer to specific (blood) test for UoM information
|}

Tests:CSF Multiplex PCR

2026-06-22T21:31:00Z

Ncampbell: .

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CSF Multiplex PCR}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Cerebrospinal fluid PCR or CSF PCR
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Infectious agent investigation with abnormal results - reflex testing. Otherwise - contact Microbiology
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 08:00 - 15:30 hrs
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings - Approximately 120 Mins
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|}

Tests:CSF Multiplex PCR

2026-06-22T21:27:54Z

Ncampbell: Added test

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CSF Multiplex PCR}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|cerebrospinal fluid, lumbar puncture
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Infectious agent investigation with abnormal results - reflex testing. Otherwise - contact Microbiology
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 08:00 - 15:30 hrs
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings - Approximately 120 Mins
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|}

Tests:CSF Multiplex PCR

2026-06-22T21:22:48Z

Ncampbell: Created page with "{{DISPLAYTITLE:CSF Multiplex PCR}} Category:Tests Category:Microbiology {| class="wikitable" |'''Synonym(s)''' |cerebrospinal fluid, lumbar puncture |- |'''Specimen''' |CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes |- |'''Paediatric Specimen''' |CSF in 3 x numbered labelled sterile tubes |- |'''Add-on conditions''' |Contact Microbiology to discuss |- |'''Test Availability''' |Mon - Sun, 24 hours |- |'''Turnaround Time''' |Hastings - Cell count < 60 Mins, Culture 3..."

Tests:Urine for Microscopy and Culture

2026-06-08T02:58:24Z

Ncampbell: type of spec.

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Urine for Microscopy and Culture}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|MC&S, C/S
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Mid Stream Urine (MSU) in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|MSU, in-out catheter, Clean catch, Bag urine in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|URIN
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|5273
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Specimen types do indicate request to test.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}
[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]

Tests:Urine for Microscopy and Culture

2026-06-08T02:56:09Z

Ncampbell: Changed description

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Urine for Microscopy and Culture}}
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|MC&S, C/S
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Urine in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Urine in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|URIN
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|5273
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Specimen types do indicate request to test.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}
[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]

Tests:Faecal Microscopy & Culture

2026-05-14T02:44:52Z

Ncampbell: Changed bacteria tested.

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Bacterial Pathogens}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Faecal Culture, Faecal Bacterial Pathogen Screen, PCR
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FAEC
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens tested includes: ''Campylobacter spp''., ''Salmonella spp, Shigella spp.'', pathogenic ''Esch. coli.'' Tested by PCR,
''Yersinia spp.'' tested by routine culture methods. Symptomatic patients may be tested if not previously performed per hospital admission.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:HIV Antibodies

2026-01-21T23:42:45Z

Ncampbell: Changed TAT

{{DISPLAYTITLE:HIV Antibodies}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|HIV 1/2 Abs, HIV Serology, HIV Screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|10 mL plain (RED - NO GEL) or SST (Gold top). Lithium heparin is acceptable but a recollect will be required for confirmation testing.
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|0.5 mL Plain separate tube
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|7 days @ 4°C, specimen kept for three months
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Urgent: Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours (verbal report). Routine: 24 - 36 hours.
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|AHIV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2585
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|Available upon request
|}

Tests:Hepatitis C Antibodies

2026-01-21T23:42:13Z

Ncampbell: Changed TAT

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Hepatitis C Antibodies}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|HCV Abs, Anti-HCV
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|10 mL plain (RED - NO GEL) or SST (Gold top). Lithium heparin is acceptable but a recollect will be required for confirmation testing.
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|0.5 mL Plain separate tube
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|7 days @ 4°C, specimen kept for three months
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Urgent: Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours (verbal report). Routine: 24 - 36 hours.
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|AHCV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2480
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|Available upon request
|}

Tests:Hepatitis B Surface Antibodies

2026-01-21T23:41:37Z

Ncampbell: Changed TAT

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Hepatitis B Surface Antibodies}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|HBs Abs, Anti-HBs
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|10 mL plain (RED - NO GEL) or SST (Gold top). Lithium heparin is acceptable but a recollect will be required for confirmation testing.
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|0.5 mL Plain SEPARATE TUBE
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|7 days @ 4°C, specimen kept for three months
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Urgent: Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours (verbal report). Routine: 24 - 36 hours.
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|AHBS
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2425
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|Available upon request
|}

Tests:Hepatitis B Surface Antigen

2026-01-21T23:40:34Z

Ncampbell: Changed TAT

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Hepatitis B Surface Antigen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|HBsAg, HBs
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|10 mL plain (RED - NO GEL) or SST (Gold top). Lithium heparin is acceptable but a recollect will be required for confirmation testing.
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|0.5 mL Plain SEPARATE TUBE
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|6 days @ 4°C, specimen kept for three months
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Urgent: Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours (verbal report). Routine: 24 - 36 hours.
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|HBS
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2422
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|Available upon request
|}

Tests:Tissue - Microscopy & Culture

2025-08-06T21:09:57Z

Ncampbell: Changed TAT

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Tissue - Microscopy & Culture}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Tissue, MC&S, MCS
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Tissue in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Tissue in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Microscopy 1 - 2 hours : Culture 2 - 15 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|TISS
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2126
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|TAT dependent upon tissue type/site.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Clostridium difficile screen

2025-07-15T00:29:24Z

Ncampbell: Changed TAT.

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Clostridium difficile screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|C Diff, Clos diff, CDAb
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5 - 10 mL faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5 - 10 mL faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 4 - 8 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CDIF
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|8746
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:CPO screen

2025-07-09T04:15:31Z

Ncampbell: Created page with "{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}} Category:Tests Category:Microbiology {| class="wikitable" |'''Synonym(s)''' |CPE, CRE, Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms |- |'''Specimen''' |Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container |- |'''Paediatric Specimen''' |Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container |- |'''Add-on conditions''' |Contact Microbiology to discuss |- |'''Test Availability''' |Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600 |- |'''Turnaround Time'..."

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPE, CRE, Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CPO
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-08T00:46:13Z

Ncampbell: remove /

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPE CRE Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CPO
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-07T00:51:48Z

Ncampbell: tt+

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPE / CRE / Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CPO
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Candida

2025-07-07T00:43:55Z

Ncampbell: tt

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Candida auris Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Candida auris screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Groin/Axilla Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Groin/Axilla Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa >=7 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|Added by Microbiology staff
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Candida

2025-07-07T00:42:44Z

Ncampbell: new test

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Candida auris Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Candida auris screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa >=7 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|Added by Microbiology staff
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Candida

2025-07-07T00:40:52Z

Ncampbell: Created page with "{{DISPLAYTITLE:Candida auris Screen}} Category:Tests Category:Microbiology {| class="wikitable" |'''Synonym(s)''' |MDRO screen |- |'''Specimen''' |Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL) |- |'''Paediatric Specimen''' |Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL) |- |'''Add-on conditions''' |Contact Microbiology to discuss |- |'''Test Availability''' |Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600 |- |'''Turnaround Time''' |Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days |- |'''Where..."

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Candida auris Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|MDRO screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Swab in transport media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|MRSS
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2140
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-07T00:37:00Z

Ncampbell: tt

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPE / Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CPO
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-07T00:35:31Z

Ncampbell: new test

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPE/Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|CPO
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-07T00:34:44Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:CPO Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPE/Carbapenemase Resistant Organisms
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media or 5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|ESBL + VRE
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|5994 + 7183
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-07T00:31:48Z

Ncampbell: new test

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Influenza Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|CPO
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal swab
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 24 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 - 48 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|ALHB
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|9543
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

CPO

2025-07-07T00:30:48Z

Ncampbell: Created page with "{{DISPLAYTITLE:Influenza Screen}} Category:Tests Category:Microbiology {| class="wikitable" |'''Synonym(s)''' |Influenza A/B |- |'''Specimen''' |Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C) |- |'''Paediatric Specimen''' |Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C) |- |'''Add-on conditions''' |Contact Microbiology to discuss |- |'''Test Availability''' |Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement |- |'''Turnaround Time''' |Hasting..."

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Influenza Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Influenza A/B
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 24 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 - 48 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|ALHB
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|9543
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:RSV Screen

2025-01-12T04:16:35Z

Ncampbell: TAT

{{DISPLAYTITLE:RSV Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Respiratory Synctial Virus Screen, Synctial virus
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 24 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 - 48 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|RRSV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|9542
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Influenza Screen

2025-01-12T04:15:47Z

Ncampbell: TAT

Tests:Pertussis screen

2024-03-27T23:38:54Z

Ncampbell: Changed where analysed.

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Pertussis screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Pertussis, Whooping cough
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM transport medium (FLOQSwab: 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM transport medium (FLOQSwab: 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|CHL (unless in outbreak situation, then Hastings)
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|BPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2523
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Pertussis screen

2024-03-27T23:37:42Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Pertussis screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Pertussis, Whooping cough
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM transport medium (FLOQSwab: 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM transport medium (FLOQSwab: 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|CHL (unless in outbreak situation, then Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|BPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2523
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:ESBL Swab

2023-12-28T00:33:09Z

Ncampbell: Added CRE

{{DISPLAYTITLE:ESBL Swab}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|ESBL, CRE
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Rectal Swab in Transport Media (AMIES w/o CH 108CFVL)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|ESBL + VRE
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|7183 + 5994
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|CRE is excluded as part of the ESBL screening process.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Adenovirus Screen

2023-11-03T04:11:00Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Adenovirus Screen (Faecal)}}
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Test'''
|Adenovirus Faeces
|-
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|ADV (includes Rotavirus screen)
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|>5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|>5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|See Faecal Viral Pathogens for full list of agents tested.
Tested by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}
[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]

Tests:Faecal Parasites

2023-11-03T04:07:09Z

Ncampbell: spelling

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Parasites}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Ova/Cysts/Parasites, OCP
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 1 - 2 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|GCAG
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2300
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens included: Giadia, Cryptosporidium and Entamoeba.
Tested by PCR analysis.

Samples received in PVA need to be sent to CHL for analysis
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal PCR

2023-11-03T04:05:59Z

Ncampbell: remove deletion code

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Viral Pathogens}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Rotavirus, Adenovirus, Norovirus
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens tested: Rotavirus, Adenovirus, Norovirus, Sapovirus and Astrovirus.
Tested by PCR analysis.
Microbiology will assess the request and amend the registration as appropriate
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal Microscopy & Culture

2023-11-03T04:05:00Z

Ncampbell: remove deletion code

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Bacterial Pathogens}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Faecal Culture, Faecal Bacterial Pathogen Screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FAEC
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens included: Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, Yersinia, Vibrio, Plesiomonas shigelloides and pathogenic Esch. coli.
Testing is performed by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Adenovirus Screen

2023-11-03T04:03:17Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Adenovirus Screen}}
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Test'''
|Adenovirus Faeces
|-
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|ADV (includes Rotavirus screen)
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|>5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|>5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|See Faecal Viral Pathogens for full list of agents tested.
Tested by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}
[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]

Tests:Rotavirus Screen

2023-11-03T04:01:59Z

Ncampbell: Code

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Rotavirus Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Faecal Rotavirus; RV (includes Adenovirus screen)
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|See Faecal Viral Pathogens for full panel tested.
Tested by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Adenovirus Screen

2023-11-03T03:26:58Z

Ncampbell: added pathogens by PCR

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Adenovirus Screen}}
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Test'''
|Adenovirus Screen
|-
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|ADV (includes Rotavirus screen)
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|>5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|>5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2266
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|See Faecal Viral Pathogens for full list of agents tested.
Tested by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}
[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]

Tests:Faecal PCR

2023-11-03T03:25:01Z

Ncampbell: Added pathogens

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Viral Pathogens}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Rotavirus, Adenovirus, Norovirus
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FPCR
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2216
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens tested: Rotavirus, Adenovirus, Norovirus, Sapovirus and Astrovirus.
Tested by PCR analysis.
Microbiology will assess the request and amend the registration as appropriate
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal PCR

2023-11-03T03:22:12Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Viral Pathogens}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|PCR, Faecal PCR
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FAEC
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2216
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Microbiology will assess the request and amend the registration as appropriate
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal Parasites

2023-11-03T03:21:18Z

Ncampbell: added pathogens by PCR

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Parasites}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Ova/Cysts/Parasites, OCP
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 1 - 2 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|GCAG
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2300
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|PAthogens included: Giadia, Cryptosporidium and Entamoeba.
Tested by PCR analysis.
Samples received in PVA need to be sent to CHL for analysis
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal Microscopy & Culture

2023-11-03T03:18:15Z

Ncampbell:

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Bacterial Pathogens}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Faecal Culture, Faecal Bacterial Pathogen Screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FAEC
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2216
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens included: Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, Yersinia, Vibrio, Plesiomonas shigelloides and pathogenic Esch. coli.
Testing is performed by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal Microscopy & Culture

2023-11-03T01:32:44Z

Ncampbell: Added Bacterial

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Microscopy & Culture}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Faecal Culture, Faecal Bacterial Pathogen Screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FAEC
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2216
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens included: Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, Yersinia, Vibrio, Plesiomonas shigelloides and pathogenic Esch. coli.
Testing is performed by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Faecal Microscopy & Culture

2023-11-02T22:16:59Z

Ncampbell: Updated test type.

{{DISPLAYTITLE:Faecal Microscopy & Culture}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Faecal Culture, Faecal Pathogen Screen
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|5g Faeces in sterile container
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 2 - 5 days
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|FAEC
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|2216
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Pathogens included: Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, Yersinia, Vibrio, Plesiomonas shigelloides and pathogenic Esch. coli.
Testing is performed by PCR analysis.
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Microbiology Department Information

2023-11-02T22:12:00Z

Ncampbell: Updated contact details

Medical microbiology is part of the Laboratory service which provides pathology support to the DHB. Microbiology involves the diagnosis and management of diseases caused by micro-organisms, for example:

· bacteria

· fungi

· viruses

· protozoa

· parasites.

The microbiology laboratory staff specialise in testing clinical specimens such as urine, blood, tissues and swabs, for micro-organisms and other evidence of infection. Specialist medical staff provide a comprehensive clinical service through contact with the department.

We aim to provide a timely and high quality diagnostic and advisory service to clinicians, health staff and patients in Hawke's Bay hospital and local community.

There is a 24 hour service for both urgent specimen processing and clinical advice. This is accessed via the department extension numbers or, after routine hours, the hospital switchboard.

== '''Microbiology services provided''' ==
Details of the laboratory diagnostic service can be found in the Pathology testing pages.

The department diagnostic service includes:

· Bacteriology

· Mycology

· Serology

· Virology

· Parasitology

· Chlamydia/Gonorrhoea screening service (NAAT, Nucleic acid amplification test, through Awanui Laboratory).

The Microbiology service is mainly concerned with bacteriology i.e.:

· Culture of a range of biological material (for example: swabs, urine, blood, sputum) from human sources.

· Isolation and identification of potentially pathogenic bacteria.

· Determination of antibiotic susceptibilities and resistance mechanisms.

== '''Serology''' ==
Testing for HIV, Hepatitis B & C, Syphilis and Rubella (immunity) is performed locally. Hepatitis B testing is dependent upon the clinical information stated on the request form. Other serology testing is sent to an appropriate reference laboratory. Testing involves the diagnostic identification of antigens/antibodies in serum. Such specific antibodies are typically formed in response to an infection. Urgent assessment for exposure to body fluids can be undertaken and this includes a Hepatitis B antibody (immunity) level on the individual who is the "Exposed/Recipient" and a HIV, Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B antigen (infectious disease) on the individual who is the "Source". Testing, if required, on the "Exposed" individual for HBV, HCV and HIV should be carried out 3 months post injury.

== '''Advice''' ==
Clinical microbiology advice is provided regarding all aspects of testing, treatment, management and prevention of infectious diseases. This can be provided by the department or by the Hospital Infectious Disease Clinicians.

The department works closely with the Hospital Infection Control team, Occupational Health, Public Health, hospital Clinicians and General Practitioners.

== '''Test Requests''' ==
The appropriate microbiological investigations that are performed on a specimen are selected on the basis of data included on the request form, and results are also interpreted in the light of this information. Consequently, in addition to the usual requirements for patient name, hospital and NHI number and date of birth, it is important to include adequate clinical information on each form. Please complete a fresh request form for each sample, as forms may be required to be sent to separate areas of the laboratory. Details to be included and the reason for their inclusion are given below:

· '''Patient’s address:''' In some cases, this is important epidemiological information (e.g. identification of clusters of infections in the community, contact tracing, etc.).

· '''Date of birth:''' Some microbiological tests performed on the specimen may be selected purely on grounds of age (e.g. examination for rotavirus in stool specimens of children).

· '''Nature of specimen:''' This must be specified. For example, straw-coloured fluid in a container could be urine, aspirate from a joint, peritoneal fluid or CSF.

· '''Relevant history/clinical information:''' The history may indicate which microbiological tests are relevant. Interpretation and appropriate further examination of the culture is often dependent on the given clinical history.

· '''Site, nature and duration of infection:''' Different parts of the body tend to have their own flora which may be commensal (harmless) at one site and pathogenic at another (for example: Staphylococcus aureus may be carried asymptomatically in the nose but be the cause of an infected surgical wound). Please also indicate date of onset of infection and details of recent surgical operations.

· '''Antibiotic therapy:''' Failure to include details of antibiotic therapy may result in a misleading report. The antibiotic may inhibit growth of the causative organism or select resistant strains which colonize the site. This information also ensures that appropriate susceptibility tests are performed on significant isolates.

· '''Date and Time of Collection:''' Different organisms survive for varying periods and some grow well at room temperature. If normal flora are present, their survival and subsequent multiplication may make results hard to interpret.

== '''Specimen collection''' ==
The best results are obtained when an appropriate, well taken specimen, in the proper container, is delivered to the laboratory promptly and relevant clinical information is provided on the request form.

=== '''General guidelines on specimen collection are:''' ===
· Do not send specimens in non-sterile containers

· Specimens should be obtained before antimicrobial agents have been administered

· An adequate quantity of material should be obtained for complete examination.

· Always send pus rather than a swab of the pus.

· The specimen taken should be representative of the disease process. For example material swabbed from the opening of a sinus tract is more likely to yield commensal skin flora than material obtained by curettage or biopsy of the base of the tract.

Care must be taken to avoid contamination of the specimen by micro-organisms normally found on the skin and mucus membranes. Sterile equipment and aseptic technique must be used for collecting specimens particularly for those from normally sterile sites.

Material must be transported promptly to the laboratory. Fastidious organisms may not survive prolonged storage or may be overgrown by less fastidious organisms before culturing (samples should reach the laboratory within 24 hrs of taking the specimen).

Please contact the laboratory if there is any doubt about the most appropriate specimen to take or concerns regarding the availability of a test.

=== '''Rejection of Specimens''' ===
Sample and request form information must be compatible and complete. Unlabelled specimens, specimens where information on the sample container and the request form do not match, or specimens received without an accompanying request form will not be examined. However, for unrepeatable specimens (e.g. CSFs, blood cultures), an attempt will be made to contact the sender in order to clarify the situation, and the samples may then be processed in the usual way. An entry shall be made on the report pertaining to the discrepancy. The laboratory policy on labelling of specimens is available upon request.

=== '''Specimen Risks to Laboratory Staff''' ===
· All biological specimens are a potential hazard to hospital staff and should be safely contained when transported to the laboratory.

· The specimen container must describe the nature of the specimen, correct patient details, and the patient’s location.

· Each specimen must be placed in a clean specimen bag and correctly sealed.

· If a specimen is known or suspected to pose an increased risk of infection, it is the responsibility of the individual taking the sample to ensure that this information is made known to laboratory staff. This will allow laboratory staff to take additional precautions where appropriate.

· The request form MUST give sufficient clinical information to specify the suspected, or known infection

· Respiratory specimens with suspected pathogens e.g. TB, SARS, Measles, Flu A/B, etc. must NOT be sent through the air canister delivery system. These MUST be hand delivered.

Examples of specimens which pose an increased risk of infection:

· Any specimen from a patient suspected of having TB, typhoid, anthrax or brucellosis

· Stool specimens from patients with haemorrhagic colitis (bloody diarrhoea), haemolytic uraemic syndrome, or suspected of having E. coli 0157 infection.

· Stool specimens from patients with suspected dysentery (Shigella)

· Any specimen from a patient suspected of having a spongiform encephalopathy (e.g. CJD)

· Blood samples for HIV or Hepatitis tests. In addition, viral load specimens should be ‘double-bagged’

· Any specimen from a patient suspected of having viral haemorrhagic fever. These must be discussed with the on-call Consultant Microbiologist prior to submission to the laboratory.

'''Under no circumstances should a specimen be sent in a leaking or contaminated container. The laboratory may dispose of hazardous specimens without testing them if the sample presents a risk to staff due to inadequate information or packaging.'''

== '''Contact''' ==
Microbiology Laboratory

Ph 06 878 1308 Ext 2637

'''Neil Campbell''' Ext 2630

Head of Department

== '''Microbiology Consultants:''' ==
· Contact the Microbiology Department for contact details.

· Dr Andrew Burns Ext 5467 or Speed-Dial No. *73207

Infectious Disease Clinician

== '''Related Links''' ==
Hawkes Bay Susceptibility Profile

National Antimicrobial Resistance Data

Tests:Covid 19 Surveillance Testing

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[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Covid, covid, COVID, corona
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|N/A
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Routine - 1 - 2 days : Urgent - Contact Microbiology ext 2637
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|SURV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Only register SURV when indicated on the form by the Microbiology team
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Covid 19 Diagnostic Testing

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[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Covid, covid, COVID, corona
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|N/A
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Routine - 1 - 2 days : Urgent - Contact Microbiology ext 2637
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|HCOV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:RSV Screen

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:RSV Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Respiratory Synctial Virus Screen, Synctial virus
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|RRSV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|9542
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:RSV Screen

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{{DISPLAYTITLE:RSV Screen}}

[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Respiratory Synctial Virus Screen, Synctial virus
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Fri 0800 - 1600
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|RRSV
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|9542
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Click Here
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}

Tests:Influenza Screen

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[[Category:Tests]]
[[Category:Microbiology]]
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Synonym(s)'''
|Influenza A/B
|-
|'''Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Paediatric Specimen'''
|Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab in UTM (Swab/UTM kit: FLOQSwab 553C)
|-
|'''Add-on conditions'''
|Contact Microbiology to discuss
|-
|'''Test Availability'''
|Mon - Sun, 24 hours by prior arrangement
|-
|'''Turnaround Time'''
|Hastings 2 - 4 hours / Central HB & Wairoa 24 hours
|-
|'''Where analysed'''
|Hastings
|-
|'''Department'''
|Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637
|-
|'''Registration Code'''
|ALHB
|-
|'''Deletion Code'''
|9543
|-
|'''Useful Information'''
|Single UTM can be used for multiple tests e.g. COVID/Flu/RSV/Respiratory PCR testing
|-
|'''Measurement Uncertainty'''
|N/A
|}