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Urine - Mycobacterial infection

150ml Silver Top Universal

Test	Urine - Mycobacterial infection
Common Abbreviation
Test type	Culture
Sample type	Urine
Specimen Container Type	150ml Silver Top Univeral
Sample Testing Amount	x3 20ml

Stability
Turnaround Time	Up to 6 weeks
Laboratory	York
Reference Interval
Additional Notes	Complete early morning urine samples from THREE 125 ml containers are available from the laboratory reception. Sample should be transported to the laboratory on the day of collection. For information regarding uncertainty of measurement for specific analyte please submit formal request to laboratory. PLease note this test is not currently acreddited under ISO:15189 2012.

Update for visitors

Visiting restrictions are in place at our hospitals to stop the spread of norovirus. These restrictions will be in place until further notice.

The following wards are closed to visitors:

York Hospital: Ward 29 and Ward 37.

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.