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Microbiology

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Our tests are listed in alphabetical order. Click on the A-Z links to find out more.

We are also able to refer testing to external laboratories; if the test you are looking for is not displayed, please contact the laboratory for advice.

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Keratitis - see Eye Samples
Send swab for bacterial culture, corneal scrape inoculated on to culture plates and swab / scrape in viral transport medium for viral PCR.
Contact lens keratitis may require Acanthamoeba PCR arranged with the lab by Ophthalmic Surgeons if relevant.

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  • Malaria
    Malaria is diagnosed by the examination of a blood film and/or detection of malaria antigen in EDTA blood. These tests are performed by Haematology.
  • Measles
    Oral fluid kits are available from UKHSA: 0344 225 3861
    They will be sent to the Virology Reference Department in London
  • Meningitis
  • Molecular Testing
  • Mouth Swab - see Surface Swabs
  • MRSA
  • Mumps
    Oral fluid kits are available from UKHSA: 0344 225 3861
    They will be sent to the Virology Reference Department in London
  • Mycobacterial Culture

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Last reviewed:17 February 2023