Haemophilus influenzae PCR** – CSF

Sample type	CSF (Body fluids, others - upon consultant request)
Container	CSF Universal Container	Click image to enlarge ×
Sample volume	CSF : 0.5 mL Body Fluids/Other : Varies
Turnaround time	On samples received by 11.00, Result available between 16.00-17.00 same day
Hospital	CHI at Temple Street
Telephone number	01 878 4435
Laboratory	IMSRL
Special precautions / Clinical Comment	Samples should be collected as close to onset as possible and prior to administration of antibiotics. Store samples at 4⁰C if delay in transportation. Indications for testing: CSF: Only in infants >=7 days if high CSF white call count noted on request form. **Test not accredited
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