Pathology Handbook

Japanese B Encephalitis Serology (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

JBE

Registration Instructions:

JE and MVE virus infections are urgent notifiable conditions. Clinicians must notify the Department of Health of suspected or confirmed cases immediately by phoning 1300 651 160 (24 hours)

Specimen Types:

Serum

Container Types:

SST

Adults Volume or Mass:

6 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Details of travel/exposure history must be provided.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Store at 4'C

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

External Laboratory:

V.I.D.R.L.

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack