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Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB2224 |
| NBS code | LBC09307 |
| Service code | 37186 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following:
Sputum, nasopharyngeal or endo-tracheal tube aspirate:
Plain Sterile Container
Throat swab or tracheal swab:
Use Dacron - tipped swab and send dry in a Plain Sterile Container
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Respiratory |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Not available |
| Refrigerate | 3 days (Preferred) |
| Frozen | Not available |
Days and Times Performed
Varied, TAT 1-4 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Update
Last updated 10/04/2026
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950
Processing Requirements
Keep sample refrigerated. Do not freeze.
Sputum, nasopharyngeal or endo-tracheal tube aspirate:
Specimen type: Body Fluid
Volume: 1 mL
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Throat swab or tracheal swab:
Specimen type: Swab
Volume: NA
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated