Kenya Medical Laboratory Tests
Swab, nasal Test in Kenya
Brief Description
A nasal swab, is a test that checks for viruses and bacteria that cause respiratory infections. Synonyms
MRSA NAA, MRSA PCRPatient Preparation
No special preparations are requiredSample Type
Nasal swabSample volume
One swabSample collection Container
Swab in Liquid Stuart MediaSample collection instructions
The swab tip must be carefully inserted into the patient's nostril up to 2.5 cm (1 inch) from the edge of the nares. Its rolled several times. The same swab should be inserted into the second nostril and sampling repeated.Sample storage
Maintained at room temperature (15°C to 25°C) for 48 hours or refrigerate at 2°C to 8°C for five dayReference range
Negative/NormalResults Turnaround
1 - 3 days after receipt of samplesDiseases / Diagnostic Indicators
Growth on culture may indicate a specific infection such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRS) infections, COVID-19