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Measles PCR

Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:MEAPCR
Specimen Types:See Under Collection Instructions
Container Types:
See Under Collection Instructions
Collection & Request Instructions:

Acceptable specimens:

CSF (at least 100 microlitres)

Nasopharyngeal aspirate

Nose/throat swab in viral transport medium

Saliva swab in viral transport medium

Urine

EDTA blood

Requesting doctor must notify DHS

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Weekdays
External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.