Flavivirus Serology |
Ordering information: | For generic "Flavivirus serology", PCR is the preferred test. Refer to Flavivirus PCR.
For Dengue investigations, both tests are routinely available. |
Alternate names: | Dengue fever serology, Japanese B encephalitis, Kunjin serology, Murray Valley Encephalitis serology |
Laboratory: | Referred Test |
Test Code: | SDENG, SMVE, SJBE |
Specimen types: | Blood
Serum |
Container types: | | Serum tube with gel |  |
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Collection Instructions: | Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab
Sample haemolysis may make this test unreportable |
Notes: | PCR testing detects flaviviruses including Murray Valley encephalitis, dengue and kunjin viruses. Dengue specific serology tests for IgG, IgM, and NS1 antigen |
Frequency: | Twice weekly |
Result Turnaround Time: | 3-4 days |
Laboratory Use Only |
