Microbiology
Multi-drug resistant gram-negative bacteria (MDR)
Program suitable for laboratories performing screening and/or laboratory detection of multi-drug resistant gram-negative bacteria by phenotypic and/or molecular methods.
What's new
New program for 2021.
Frequency (No of surveys/year)
2Cases/samples per survey
3 samples per survey.Sample Type
Lyophilised bacteria.Sample volume
1mL after reconstitution.Storage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommended.Dangerous Goods (UN3373)
UN3373Additional Comments
This program is under development and currently not covered under the scope of accreditation by NATA.
Product details last updated on September 23, 2020
Mycology
Catalogue Number
12140102Frequency (No of surveys/year)
4Cases/samples per survey
3Sample Type
LiquidSample volume
1mLSchedule
March, June, September, NovemberMeasurand/Test
Dermatophytes, systemic mycotic pathogens, clinically significant yeast and contaminants of interest. Susceptibility testing of yeastsStorage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommended. If not performing testing immediately, store the vials at room temperature and protect from direct lightDangerous Goods (UN3373)
This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373Product details last updated on July 31, 2020
Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM)
Program suitable for laboratories performing identification and antimicrobial susceptibilities of non-tuberculous mycobacteria by culture or molecular methods.
What's new
New program
Frequency (No of surveys/year)
2Cases/samples per survey
4 samples per surveySample Type
Lyophilised bacteriaSample volume
1mL after reconstitutionStorage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommendedDangerous Goods (UN3373)
UN3373Additional Comments
This program is under development and currently not covered under the scope of accreditation by NATA.
Product details last updated on September 23, 2020
Parasitology
Catalogue Number
12160102Frequency (No of surveys/year)
4Cases/samples per survey
2Sample Type
Fixed faecal suspensions or unstained glass slideSample volume
1mLSchedule
February, April, July, OctoberMeasurand/Test
Protozoa, helminths and samples containing faecal artefacts.Acid fast staining of oocysts.Storage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommended. If not performing testing immediately, store the vials at room temperature and protect from direct light.Dangerous Goods (UN3373)
This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373Product details last updated on August 20, 2020
STAT Microscopy
Catalogue Number
12170102Frequency (No of surveys/year)
4Cases/samples per survey
2 urine samples and 2 unstained slidesSample Type
Lyophilised samples and unstained glass slideSample volume
1mL or 5mL optionSchedule
February, April, July, OctoberMeasurand/Test
Includes urine cell counts and Gram stains of samplesStorage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommended. If not performing testing immediately, store the un-reconstituted vials at 2-8ºC and protect from direct light.Dangerous Goods (UN3373)
This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373Product details last updated on August 20, 2020
Streptococcus pneumoniae: urinary antigen detection
Catalogue Number
12180102Frequency (No of surveys/year)
2Cases/samples per survey
4Sample Type
Lyophilised sampleSample volume
1mLSchedule
April, OctoberMeasurand/Test
Detection of pneumococcal antigenStorage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommended. If not performing testing immediately, store your un-reconstituted vials at 2-8ºC and protect from direct light.Dangerous Goods (UN3373)
This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373Product details last updated on August 20, 2020
Urine Dipstick Chemistry
Catalogue Number
12190102Frequency (No of surveys/year)
4Cases/samples per survey
2Sample Type
Lyophilised sampleSample volume
1mLSchedule
March, June, September, NovemberMeasurand/Test
Leukocyte esterase, Blood, Glucose, Protein, Nitrite, Ascorbic acid, pHStorage and Handling
On receipt of the samples, prompt processing is recommended. If not performing testing immediately, store the un-reconstituted vials at 2-8ºC and protect from direct light.Dangerous Goods (UN3373)
This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373Product details last updated on August 20, 2020
Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE)
Catalogue Number
12200102Frequency (No of surveys/year)
2Cases/samples per survey
4Sample Type
Lyophilised sampleSample volume
1mLSchedule
April, OctoberMeasurand/Test
VRE screening, phenotypic testing, antibiotic susceptibility testing and/or molecular testing.Storage and Handling
On receipt of your samples, prompt processing is recommended. If not performing testing immediately, store your un-reconstituted vials at 4-8ºC and protect from direct light.Dangerous Goods (UN3373)
This survey material was packed in compliance with IATA PI.650 for Biological Substance Category B, UN 3373Product details last updated on July 31, 2020
