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Corneal graft storage

Corneal graft bottle

Microbiology

Notes

  • The information given here is intended for use by healthcare professionals. Please see Lab Tests Online-UK for more general advice, links and background.
  • Corneal graft tissue and associated fluid samples are stored in the laboratory for 10 days
  • Contact the laboratory if microbiological investigations are required

Sample requirements

Corneal graft tissue and fluid

Required information

Contact the laboratory if microbiological investigations are required

Storage/transport

  • Transport to laboratory immediately
  • Refrigerate if there is a delay in transport

Turnaround time

Samples will be discarded after 10 days

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