Neonatal infections are classified as occurring before an infant is 3 months old. Infections may be contracted from transplacental transfer, perinatally during delivery or by other means after birth. There are a number of viral agents that are implicated in neonatal infection; Herpes simplex virus (HSV), Adenovirus, Cytomegalovirus (CMV), Epstein Barr Virus (EBV), Varicella zoster virus (VZV) and enterovirus.
Container / Tube
EDTA samples are required. Faeces samples may be tested for the presence of enterovirus only.
Collection Conditions
If delays occur, refrigerate at 2-8 degrees C.
Availability
N/A
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Turnaround Time
3 days.
Additional Information
Multiplex PCR testing is carried out to detect viral targets. Full clinical details should be given to enable appropriate testing.
ID
3666