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Alternative Names:

Coxsackie A PCR
Coxsackie B PCR
Echovirus PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

ENT

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Faeces
Swab

Container Types:

CSF Tube 3
Fresh Tissue Pot
Plain 70mL pot
Viral Transport Medium Swab

Adults Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Throat/Rectal swabs are preferred over sputum/faeces.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

External Laboratory:

V.I.D.R.L.

Additional Notes:

This PCR detects HSV-1, HSV-2, CMV, VZV, Enterovirus and Adenovirus.