Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

Ebola virus PCR

Ordering information:

This is a PC4 level pathogen. Requests for PCR must be discussed with the Department of Health and Infectious Diseases prior to testing.

Go to link below for Department of Health Initial Management of Suspected EVD Flowchart

https://ehweb02/eh%20intranet/inf_control/ebola.shtml

Alternate names:

Miscellaneous NAD (mention Ebola Virus NAD in the order comment in EMR)

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

OPCR

Specimen types:

Blood
Nasopharyngeal swab

Container types:

EDTA
Viral Transport Media - Nasopharyngeal

Collection Instructions:

Transport at room temperature

Minimum Adult Volume:

0.2 mL

Frequency:

As required

Result Turnaround Time:

2-3 days

Laboratory Use Only

Laboratory Notes:

This is a PC4 level pathogen. Requests for PCR must be discussed with the Department of Health and Infectious Diseases in advance. Place all specimens in Biosafety Cabinet and wait for instructions.Do not process specimens without approval to do so.

Contact VIDRL 9342 2628

External Laboratory:

Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (V.I.D.R.L)

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