Viral conjunctivitis is often associated with an infection of the upper respiratory tract, a common cold, or a sore throat. Its symptoms include excessive watering and itching. The infection usually begins with one eye, but may spread easily to the other. There are a number of viral agents that may cause conjunctivitis; Adenovirus, Herpes simplex virus (HSV) , Varciella zoster virus (VZV) and Enterovirus.
Tube
Red topped UTM Viral swab.
ID
3667.
Additional Information
Multiplex PCR testing is carried out to detect viral targets. Full clinical details should be given.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Collection Con
A sample of the discharge from the eye should be taken and sent in a Copan swab tube.
IP Routine TAT
3 days.
GP Routine TAT
3 days.