Respiratory Virus PCR |
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NB: requests for COVID-19 PCR will automatically have this test added.
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Collect a combined nose & throat swab, or a nasopharyngeal swab.
Swabs MUST be collected using UTM Viral transport media (green top or red top tubes)
EMR orders MUST specify collection site
Urgent testing is available at each site but sample must be accompanied by a Rapid Approval Request form (available via Objectify Policy 244). Routine testing is performed at Box Hill Microbiology Dept.
Sputum, Bronchial Washings, Bronchoalveolar Lavages are referred to an external laboratory for testing.
All other requests for multiplex PCR require approval from the Clinical Microbiologist
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Alternate names: | Influenza NAD, Respiratory Viral NAD, RSV NAD |
Laboratory: | Microbiology |
Test Code: | RESPCR |
Specimen types: | Nasopharyngeal swab
NTS - nose & throat swab
Nasopharyngeal Aspirate
Sputum
Bronchial Washings
Broncho-alveolar Lavage |
Container types: | Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal
Respiratory aspiration pot
respiratory PCR requirements |  |
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Collection Instructions: | Please note these swabs are available from stores.
Pathology do not keep a stock of these swabs. Emergency departments and wards should manage a supply of these swabs according to demand.
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Notes: | This PCR will detect and identify: Influenza A virus, Influenza B virus and Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Transport at room temperature to the Laboratory
Testing is performed at Box Hill, Angliss, and Maroondah.
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Testing Lab
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Testing hours
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TAT (from receipt in lab)
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All sites
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Available 24/7
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6-12 hrs routine
2 hours (rapid approval form required)
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DO NOT send samples in the Pathology Chute
For Rapid testing from Emergency Department - swab must be accompanied by signed Rapid Test Authorisation Form.
DO NOT call the laboratory for results/enquiries. Inpatient tests will be prioritised and results available on EMR ASAP.
Sputum samples are referred to an external laboratory - results will be delayed. |
Frequency: | Daily |
Result Turnaround Time: | 6-12 hours |
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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