Microbiology

The RCPAQAP Microbiology discipline has been developed and evolved under the guidance of the RCPAQAP Microbiology Advisory Committee.

Within this discipline, a Molecular Infectious Diseases sub-committee further guides the development of proficiency testing programs for molecular diagnostics.

 

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Bacterial Serotyping

Catalogue Number

12010102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

2

Cases/samples per survey

6

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

February, July

Measurand/Test

Serotyping of Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria meningitidis

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on August 31, 2023

Bacteriology: Blood Culture Isolates

Catalogue Number

12020102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

1

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

February, April, July, October

Measurand/Test

Blood Culture Isolates, Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (anaerobe)

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on August 5, 2024

Bacteriology: Faecal Pathogens

Catalogue Number

12030102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

2

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

February, April, July, October

Measurand/Test

Faecal Pathogens

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Bacteriology: Genital Swabs

Catalogue Number

12040102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

1

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

February, April, July, October

Measurand/Test

Genital Pathogens

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Bacteriology: Mycobacteriology Acid Fast Smears

Catalogue Number

12050102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

2

Sample Type

Fixed unstained smear on glass slide

Sample volume

n/a

Schedule

March, June, September, November

Measurand/Test

Acid Fast bacilli

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at room temperature and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Product details last updated on August 5, 2024

Bacteriology: Mycobacteriology Culture

Catalogue Number

12060102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

2

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

March, June, September, November

Measurand/Test

Mycobacteriology Culture

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Bacteriology: Nose/Throat Pathogens

Catalogue Number

12070102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

1

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

March, June, September, November

Measurand/Test

Nose/Throat Pathogens

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Bacteriology: Respiratory Pathogens

Catalogue Number

12080102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

2

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

February, April, July, October

Measurand/Test

Respiratory Pathogens, Antimicrobial susceptibility testing

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Bacteriology: Skin/Eye/Ear Pathogens

Catalogue Number

12090102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

1

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

March, June, September, November

Measurand/Test

Skin/Eye/Ear Pathogens, Antimicrobial susceptibility testing

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Bacteriology: Urine

Catalogue Number

12100102 (1mL) / 12490102 (5mL)

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

2

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL or 5mL option

Schedule

March, June, September, November

Measurand/Test

Simulated clinical material provided to assess urine cell counts (manual and/or automated methods), and the detection and identification of urinary pathogens, bacteria count, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on August 5, 2024

Bacteriology: Wound Anaerobes

Catalogue Number

12110102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

4

Cases/samples per survey

1

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

1mL

Schedule

February, April, July, October

Measurand/Test

Aerobic organisms, Anaerobic organisms, Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (aerobes)

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on May 24, 2023

Clostridioides difficile: Laboratory Detection

Catalogue Number

12120102

Frequency (No of surveys/year)

2

Cases/samples per survey

4

Sample Type

Lyophilised sample

Sample volume

2mL

Schedule

July, November

Measurand/Test

Detection of Clostridium difficile culture, antigen and toxin

Storage and Handling

Upon receipt, store samples at 2-8°C and protect from direct light. Testing within 24-48 hours is recommended to reduce the risk of sample deterioration.

Dangerous Goods (UN3373)

This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373

Product details last updated on August 5, 2024

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