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Zika virus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:FLA
Specimen Types:Plasma
Container Types:
EDTA 10 mLEDTA 10 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Only performed on patients with history of travel to an endemic area.  Please note travel history in clinical notes.  Note: PCR will only be performed on symptomatic patients.

Please indicate which Flavivirus investigations are required. Please contact Microbiology Registrar to discuss.

Transport Instructions:RoomTemp within Alfred/Esky from External sites
Processing Instructions:Store at 4'C
Assay Frequency:Weekly
External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.
External Transport Instructions:Send at ambient temperature

http://www.vidrl.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Zika-Information-Update-27Jul.pdf