RV0062
Specimen Container |
Sterile container for fluid
Sterile container without any media for swab |
Specimen Requirement |
A. Vitreous or eye tap: as much sample as possible. Collect sample in a sterile container or in a syringe with needle removed.
B. CSF: At least 0.5 mL of sample in a sterile container. C. Swab for vesicles. Use Dacron-tipped swabs. Sample base of lesions vigorously and send dry in swab sheath. |
Specimen Storage/Transport |
Refrigerate sample until transfer to laboratory. Do not freeze. Send sample with an ice pack.
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Orderable as Urgent? | No |
Turn Around Time |
1 - 4 days
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Reference Value(s) |
-
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Testing Laboratory Location | SGH |
Laboratory | Molecular Diagnostics |
Contact Number | 6394 1352 |
Day and Time Performed |
Mon - Fri (Set up on Monday, Wednesday and Friday)
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Orderable on CPOE? | Yes |
Downtime Form |
Last Updated - 28 May 2025
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