Neonatal screen
| Category | Microbiology |
|---|---|
| Test background | |
| Clinical Indications | |
| Sample & container required | Swab from neonate's ear post delivery; Swabs from umbilical, nose, groin areas if clinically relevant; Amies transport medium |
| Transport storage | Transport to the laboratory on the day of collection or refrigerate overnight |
| Turnaround time | 3 days |