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After analysis, these samples will be retained for a further 24 hours at 15-30°C.
The main antigen for c-ANCA is proteinase-3 (PR3), which is a serine protease found in primary granules.
- 8 °C)
Department of Immunology Notes Sample must be taken and maintained at 37°C Please ensure all equipment is warmed to 37°C prior to taking the sample.
Time Limit for Add-ons 2 weeks (whilst stored at 2°C - 8 °C)
Storage/transport Store urine at 2–30°C for up to 24 hours. Store transferred urines and swabs in their Aptima transport medium at 2–30°C.
useful contact numbers Cheltenham General Hospital Reception 0300 422 3142 Secretary 0300 422 3680 Outpatient booking office 0300 422 6951 Secretary for C&
high vaginal swabs (HVS) includes microscopy for bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) and culture for Candida, Lancefield Groups A, C
Sample retention by lab: EDTA samples are retained for a minimum of 48 hours at 2-10°C.
Storage/transport Store urine at 2–30°C for up to 24 hours. Store transferred urines and swabs in Chlamydia transport medium at 2–30°C.
You can find more information about C-difficile at NHS.UK, including symptoms.
Your child’s body temperature is normally between 36°C and 37°C but measurements of between 35.5°C and 37.5°C are also common.
Department of Haematology Notes The Plasma Viscosity, alongside the ESR and C-Reactive Protein tests, gives a measure of the acute phase response; i.e.
than 3 months duration see Hepatitis serology screen - chronic This screen comprises the following tests:Hepatitis A IgM Hepatitis B antigens Hepatitis C