Investigation of Schistosomiasis (Bilharzia) following fresh water exposure in endemic areas (Africa, Middle East, Corsica) by concentration and microscopy.
Container / Tube
White top universal.
Collection Conditions
Minimum 10 ml volume. Boric acid must NOT be used. Urine for Schistosomiasis must be collected between 10:00am and 2:00pm after a period of activity. Alternatively a 24h collection of terminal samples of urine may be obtained.
Availability
Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Ä¢¹½tvÊÓƵ, LS9 7TF.
Turnaround Time
7 days.
Additional Information
Full travel history and clinical details must be provided on request.
ID
3606