Stockport Pathology

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InvestigationJoint Fluid
IndicationsFor the Microbiological diagnosis of organisms that may cause infections in Joints and the fluid that surrounds a joint
Specimen TypeFluid from joint
Request FormMicrobiology
Transport Medium10 ml Universal Container
VolumeAs much as is possible
Delivery TimeASAP or within 12 hours
Storage Temp / Special conditionsRefrigerate at 2-4°C.
Turn around time for final test`48 hours/ 2 working days`Positive samples may take longer
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