Test Category: Microbiology
Investigation Name:FLUIDS(C.A.P.D.) C&S
Pathology Laboratory:Microbiology Ext 88257
Requestable Seperately?No
Part of Profile:n/a
Tests in Profile:C&S
Units:C&S
Minimum Sample Volume:10-20ml
Expected Turnaround Time:48hr
Test Code:CAPD
Sample Type:
Sterile Universal (30ml)Complex Reference Range:Cell count results are telephoned. If the white cell count in the fluid is >200, this may indicate the presence of peritonitis.
Collection Conditions / Other Information:Using careful aseptic technique place the sample into sterile plastic universal and if outside laboratory opening hours in addition inoculate a set of blood culture bottles. If delay in transport store universal container in fridge. Leave blood culture bottles at ROOM TEMPERATURE.
Referred to Another Laboratory?No
