Guidance

National mycobacterium reference service - South: user handbook

How to label, package and submit specimens to the laboratory for diagnostic testing.

From:
UK Health Security Agency
Published
1 December 2013
Last updated
25 August 2023 — See all updates

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NMRS-South: user handbook

Ref: Version 13, 21 August 2023, Qpulse MYRUW239

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This manual is a guide to services for medical professionals provided by the National Mycobacterium Reference Laboratory - South (NMRS-South).

This includes:

  • summary of NMRS-South services
  • specimen and sample submission guidelines
  • guidance on packaging and transport
  • key factors affecting specimen performance
Published 1 December 2013
Last updated 25 August 2023 + show all updates

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