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Test for detection of SARS-CoV-2 virus, the causative agent of COVID-19.
Nasal/oropharyngeal swab in GREEN Kang Jian viral transport medium
Paediatric - Nasopharyngeal swab in RED Copan viral transport medium
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.
If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare. If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf
Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf
SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare
TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?
CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements
CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form
CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results
"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW
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