Medical Microbiology Lab Investigations

Throat swab samples are stored at -20°C.

CSF samples are stored at room temperature.

Stool samples are stored at 2-8°C for isolation.

Urine samples are stored at -20°C for isolation.

Serum samples are stored at 2-8°C for serology.

Whole blood samples are stored at 2-8°C for isolation.

Chlorinated water is used for bacteriology without adding sodium thiosulphate.

Water samples are collected in non-sterile glass bottles.

Water samples are tested within 24 hours of collection.

Water samples are kept at ambient temperature during transportation.