Department:
Microbiology
Laboratory:
Microbiology
Tube Colour:
Yellow top universal
Copan E-swab - Liquid Amies (pink Lid)
Pseudonyms:
Resp PCR, Respiratory PCR Includes : Influenza A, Influenza B, RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Rhinovirus, Para-influenza 1,2,3, MPV, Adenovirus, Bordetella species and B.parapertussis, L. pneumophila, L.longbaechae and M.pneumoniae ; Flu
Test Code:
RPBNAT
Availability:
Daily (Mon - Fri)
Collection Requirements:
NPA (Nasopharyngeal aspirate) or Bronchial Washing or throat swab collected with a Copan e-swab (liquid Amies) pink lid _x000D__x000D_
Requires own tube?:
Yes
Internal Spec Code:
NPA or BW
Fee:
Medicare rebatable
Reference Range:
Not detected
Notes:
Sputum specimens not recommended.
NOTE: Viral transport medium can be obtained at Pathology Central Specimen Reception. RMH Tel: 93427689