Pathology

Test & Collection Guide

Haemorrhagic fever viruses

Ordering information:

These viruses are PC4 level pathogens. Requests for PCR or serology must be discussed with the lMicrobiology laboratory in advance. Infectious Diseases approval required.

Alternate names:

Crimean-Congo virus, Ebola virus, Lassa fever virus, Marburg fever virus, Rift valley fever virus

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Specimen types:

Blood
Nasopharyngeal swab

Container types:

ACD
EDTA
Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal

Collection Instructions:

Whole blood (ACD or EDTA) or respiratory specimens collected with a plain swab (no transport medium) required for PCR.

Serum required for serology (if available).

Minimum Adult Volume:

0.2 mL

Frequency:

As required

Result Turnaround Time:

2-3 days

Laboratory Use Only

Laboratory Notes:

Discuss with Infectious diseases and VIDRL before sending. Phone VIDRL 9342 2628

External Laboratory:

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

External Laboratory details...