Pathology Handbook

PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test

Recent changes for Enterovirus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for Enterovirus PCR (Sendaway Test)
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Enterovirus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

Coxsackie A PCR
Coxsackie B PCR
Echovirus PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

ENT

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Faeces
Swab
EDTA

Container Types:

CSF Tube 3
Fresh Tissue Pot
Plain 70mL pot
Viral Transport Medium Swab
EDTA 10 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Throat/Rectal swabs are preferred over sputum/faeces.

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.

Transport Instructions:

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Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

Additional Notes:

This PCR detects Enterovirus and Parechovirus

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples