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Measles virus RT-PCR

Test Code:

BA0107

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Sterile container without any media for NPA
Use red-capped flocked swab in Universal Transport Medium (UTM) for nasopharyngeal collection.

Specimen Requirement

NPA / Nasopharyngeal swab

Specimen Storage / Transport

Dispatch as soon as possible or store at 4oC before transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

1 - 2 days

Reference Value(s)

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Molecular Micro

Contact Number

6394 1382

Day and Time Performed

Mon - Fri: 0800 hrs to 1800 hrs
Last specimen receipt time: 1730

Sat: 0800hrs to 1800 hrs
Last specimen receipt time: 1630

Sun & PH: 0800 hrs to 1800 hrs
Last specimen receipt time: 1500

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Downtime Form

Additional Information

Samples should be collected as soon as possible after the onset of the measles rash.
PCR detection is generally successful up to 3-4 days after the onset of the rash and can be successful up to 7 days.

Change History Notes

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Keywords

Measles virus RT-PCR BA0107
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