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Tests
Daptomycin MIC Determinations
daptomycin is a new cyclic lipopeptide with rapid bactericidal activity
against Staphylocossus aureus including MRSA. We can now offer:
- The Etest with standardised calcium concentration
- Three day turn round
- Clinical interpretation and support
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Test:
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Stone Analysis
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Laboratory
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Microbiology Department, City Hospital Birmingham
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Specimen Type:
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Agar slope or transport swabs and relevant clinical details
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Storage:
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Posting Details:
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First class post
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Posting Address:
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Microbiology Department, City Hospital, Dudley
Road, Birmingham B18 7QH
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Clinical Use:
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To help assess patients for treatment with daptomycin
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Advantages:
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Our assay uses a standardised calcuim ion approach
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Special Details:
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Turnaround:
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3 working days
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External QA Scheme:
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No
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CPA Accredited Lab/Test:
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Yes
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Website:
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www.cityassays.org.uk
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Key Contact:
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Jenny Andrews
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Clinical Lead for this assay:
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Dr Beryl Oppenheim
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