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Specimen Collection

Hair Sample


Test Name
Hair Sample
Test Code
HistG or Puss
Specimen Type

1. Fresh hair received in pot

2. Fresh hair received in envelope

Minimum Volume
Several strands with attached bulb
Preferred Volume
Small tuft of hair with attached bulbs
Comments

Pot Specimen: Often for Microbiology (MC&S) as well as Anatomical Pathology (microscopy). Send to Core Lab who will forward specimen to Microbiology with a share stamp designated to share with AP.

Envelope Specimen: Send to Core Lab where it will be accessioned and placed in AP basket.
Assay Performed
Anatomical Pathology
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Hours of Operation: Mon - Fri (excluding Public Holidays) 0600-1800hrs
After Hrs: Scientist and Pathologist on call
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