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COVID-19 PCR

Ordering information:

Test for detection of SARS-CoV-2 virus, the causative agent of COVID-19.

Alternate names:
COVID, SARS-CoV-2
Laboratory:
Microbiology
Test Code:
RESPCO
Specimen types:
Nasopharyngeal swab
NTS - nose & throat swab
Sputum
Container types:
Viral Transport Media - Nasopharyngeal
Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal		Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal
Collection Instructions:

Nasal/oropharyngeal swab in RED Copan viral transport medium (or GREEN Kang Jian viral transport medium)

Paediatric - Nasopharyngeal swab in RED Copan viral transport medium

Notes:

Samples MUST be in a clear specimen bag within an outer GREEN specimen bag

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
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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