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SACU request form

  • Please make sure the culture is pure before referring to SACU
  • Isolates should be transported on either agar slopes or transport swabs via Hays DX or Royal Mail. All packaging must be UN3373 compliant. Local hospital transport services may also be used
  • Isolates should be referred using the “Send Test” module of TRAK, stating in “Comments” the type of investigation requested
    • A SACU request form may be sent alongside the Send Tests Packing slip if additional information is required. [please only use one form per isolate and ensure that all the relevant sections of the form are completed]
  • Please state or contact SACU if results are required urgently
  • For non-standard requests, please contact SACU  to discuss options available before referring the isolates