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Recent changes for Measles Serology
Microbiology
Biochemistry
SMEA
MEA
Daily
Twice weekly
Only Measles IgG is tested in Box Hill Lab.
If current infection is suspected, a throat swab for PCR is required. Measles IgM is sent to VIDRL
If current infection suspected: Measles is a Group A Notifiable Disease and requires immediate notification to IPAC and to DHHS by TELEPHONE (1300 651 160) upon clinical suspicion or initial diagnosis (presumptive or confirmed). A throat swab (dry or in UTM) is the preferred specimen. When approval from DHHS is received notify Microbiology to ensure the specimens are processed urgently.
As of 01/01/2023 testing performed on a Diasorin Liaison XL
The transit of specimen from Angliss or Maroondah lab and out of working hour collection may cause the prolonged turnaround time
Contact VIDRL 9342 2649/9342 2650
Doherty Institute
792 Elizabeth St
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