Pneumocystis jiroveci

Test/Investigation

Pneumocystis jiroveci

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

NNUH

Comments/Precautions

Please answer the questions as prompted by ICE. Without relevant clinical details, this sample may not be tested initially.

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

72 hrs. at 2°C to 8°C

Sample type

BAL and induced sputum only in sterile container

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

1 day

If UKAS Accredited Test indicate at which site

Pending accreditation