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Measles PCR (Sendaway Test)

Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:MEP
Specimen Types:See Under Collection Instructions
Swab
Container Types:
See Under Collection Instructions
Viral Transport Medium Swab		Viral Transport Medium Swab
Collection & Request Instructions:

Acceptable specimens:

CSF (at least 100 microlitres)

Nasopharyngeal aspirate

Nose/throat swab in viral transport medium

Saliva swab in viral transport medium

Urine

EDTA blood

Requesting doctor must notify DHS

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Weekdays
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