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 Recent changes for Neisseria meningitidis by PCR (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for Neisseria meningitidis by PCR (Sendaway Test)
DateFieldChanged FromChanged To
9th August 2023
Request Group

MDU

NEC (CSF), NEI (EDTA)

Neisseria meningitidis by PCR (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:Meningococcal PCR
Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:NEC (CSF), NEI (EDTA)
Medicare rebatable:No
Specimen Types:Blood
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Fluid
Container Types:
EDTA 4 mL
CSF Tube 3
EDTA 4 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

The doctor MUST notify the DHS of a suspected meningococcal infection before this test will be performed.

 Earliest EDTA blood tube required (eg FBE tube). Minimum 200 uLof blood.

At least 200 uL of CSF needed.

Joint fluid may be tested.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Time critical - do not delay handling !
External Laboratory:Microbiological Diagnostic Unit
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send at ambient temperature