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HelpTest Code MFABR Influenza A, B and RSV PCR
Infectious
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Nasopharyngeal swab
Container/Tube: Flocked Swab in Universal Transport Medium (UTM)
Volume: 3.0mL
Collection Instructions: Please collect Flocked swab and UTM from NUH Microbiology Laboratory.
Specimen Stability
Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH
| Specimen Type | Nasopharyngeal swab |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 4 hours |
| Refrigerate | Up to 48 hours |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Methodology
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 1 day
Reference Interval
Not detected.
Call back values: Requesting clinician/ location will be informed of positive result.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Diagnosis of Influenza A virus, Influenza B virus and Respiratory Syncytial virus infections.
Service Code
23616
Update
Last updated 14/1/2021
Unacceptable Condition
NA