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Meningoencephalitis PCR

Alternative Names:Biofire PCR
Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:MISCS
Specimen Types:Cerebrospinal Fluid
Container Types:
CSF Tube 3
Adults Volume or Mass:0.3 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:0.3 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Approval from Medical Microbiologist on-call required before this test will be performed.

Paper request form required to order this test.

After approval is obtained, transport sample URGENTLY to Pathology Specimen Reception.

If minimal sample is collected, please indicate prioritisation of requested tests on request.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Daily
External Laboratory:Eastern Health Pathology