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Zika virus PCR (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

FLA

Specimen Types:

Plasma

Container Types:

EDTA 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

Assay Frequency:

Weekly