Candida auris (Swab) Test | Austin Pathology

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Candida auris (Swab)

Alternate Names	Culture Candida auris
Test Code	CAU
Testing Laboratory	Microbiology
Specimen Type	Swab
Container Type	Swab - Bacterial (white top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This applies to Candida auris screening ONLY. For other Candida species from genital specimens, please refer to Genital Specimens MCS (Swab) Test.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Daily
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 5 days from collection.

Container ID	SWAB, CM
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Regional and Metropolitan Specimen Receptions This test code is for Candida auris only. For other candida species, please code UROG for genital swabs (or other specific test code relevant to swab site, e.g. SW, SWD, ENT) . All swabs should be registered together under one laboratory number and forwarded to microbiology together
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)