CAPD

Department

Microbiology - Bacteriology

Delphic Registration Code

CAPD

Laboratory Handling

Registration

URGENT sample - fast track and notify department via hoist intercom

Synonyms

Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis
Dialysis fluid
Peritoneal fluid bag

Turnaround Time

5 days

Test Code

2132

Specimen Type

• CAPD Fluid

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• CAPD Fluid Bag

Acceptable

• CAPD Fluid Bag

Additional Specimen Information

Deliver at ambient temperature ASAP to lab

Aliquot Instructions

Test Method

Microscopy (Cell count and Gram stain) and culture

Non-Funded Test Cost

$102.46 (Exclusive of GST)

Billing Code

2132

Whole CAPD bags preferred, or sterile aliquot if unable to send whole bag. Microbiology lab to aliquot to other departments if necessary.

Culture for Mycobacteria sp performed on request only.

Contact Information

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