Genital Specimen Culture

Overview
Department	Microbiology
Test Code	GESP
Synonyms	Vulval swab Penile swab Bartholins cyst Bart`s abscess Introitus Placental swabs
Turnaround Time	2 - 3 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type	Swab in transport medium
Specimen Transportation
Clinical Information
Reference Intervals
Test Method	Microscopy and culture
Advanced Notice	Not Required
Patient Preparation	Not Required
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