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Test & Collection Guide

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Coronavirus PCR (Non-COVID-19)

Ordering information:

*Contact Infectious Diseases/Infection Prevention and Control teams before ordering*

NB: SARS/MERS Coronaviruses are notifiable to the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) upon initial diagnosis or clinical suspicion by telephone on 1300 651 160 (24/7)

Alternate names:

MERS PCR, SARS PCR

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

OPCR

Specimen types:

Nasopharyngeal swab
Nasopharyngeal Aspirate
Sputum
Bronchial Washings
Broncho-alveolar Lavage

Container types:

Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal
Respiratory aspiration pot
Sterile Jar

Collection Instructions:

Contact Microbiology before requesting SARS PCR on 9895 3475.

Minimum Adult Volume:

0.2 mL

Frequency:

Daily

Result Turnaround Time:

2-3 days

Laboratory Use Only

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

To access Auscare, see instructions.

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions

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