Adenovirus DNA by PCR |
| Laboratory: | Microbiology |
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| Test Code: | Herpes Adenovirus Enterovirus PCR, HERPPCR |
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| Registration Instructions: | Adenovirus PCR on respiratory specimens is ordered using the "RESPPCR" code as this virus is included in the Respiratory virus panel.
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| Specimen Types: | Swab
Plasma
Nasopharyngeal Aspirate
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Faeces |
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| Container Types: | Viral Transport Medium Swab
EDTA 10 mL
CSF Tube 3
Plain 70mL pot | |
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| Collection & Request Instructions: | Faeces samples - Department head approval required unless patient is immunosuppressed and has loose stool. |
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| Processing Instructions: | Note: Faecal samples MUST be sent to VIDRL for testing.
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| Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories: | Room Temperature |
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| Assay Frequency: | Weekdays |
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