Tested for as part of a multiplex PCR test to diagnose presence of virus which may or may not be the cause of respiratory disease.
Tube
Nose and throat combined swab in Red cap Universal Transport Medium (UTM) or alternatively the Green cap Virus Specimen Collection UTM.
NB: Please AVOID using Copan eSwab (which has a pink cap) for this test NPA, BAL, and Tracheal aspirate – send secretions in white universal.
ID
3653
Availability
Respiratory testing at weekends is normally performed on Sundays only except in peak influenza season.
Additional information
Multiplex PCR testing for viral targets Influenza viruses (A and B), RSV, SARS-CoV-2, Adenovirus, Metapneumovirus, Rhino virus, Parainfluenza viruses 1-4 and Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Sputum samples are not suitable for testing
Turn around
1 to 2 days
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con
Samples should reach the laboratory by 09:30am for same day testing.
Minimum volume 1ml fluid.
IP Routine TAT
1 to 2 days
GP Routine TAT
1 to 2 days