Faecal Bacterial Pathogens
| Synonym(s) | Faecal Culture, Faecal Bacterial Pathogen Screen, PCR, MC&S |
| 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 |
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| Useful Information | Pathogens tested includes: Campylobacter spp., Salmonella spp, Shigella spp., pathogenic Esch. coli. Tested by PCR,
Symptomatic patients may be tested if not previously performed per hospital admission. |
| Measurement Uncertainty | N/A |