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Carbapenamase Screen

Charcoal Swab - Transport Media

TestCarbapenamase Screen
Common Abbreviation
Test typeBacterial culture
Sample typeRectal swab/Stool
Specimen Container TypeCharcoal Swab - Transport Media
Sample Testing AmountN/A
Stability
Turnaround Time48 Hours
LaboratoryScarborough, York
Reference Interval
Additional Notes1 swab a day for three consecutive days
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