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Flavivirus Serology (Blood)

Alternate Names	Group B Arbovirus, Murray Valley Serology, Murray Valley Encephalitis Serology, MVE, Kunjin Virus Serology, Stratford Virus Serology, Edge Hill Virus Serology, Kokobera Virus Serology
Test Code	FLAS
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Includes Murray Valley Encephalitis and Kunjin Virus. Murray Valley encephalitis is classified as a Group A condition by the Department of Health and as such requires immediate notification by telephone (1300 651 160) or fax (1300 651 170) upon initial diagnosis (presumptive or confirmed), followed by written notification within five days. If this test is urgent please contact the Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 4640 or the Microbiology Department on 03 9496 5295.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	5mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 4 weeks from collection, subject to sample availability.

Container ID	S
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions If a request is received for 'Flavivirus Serology', please contact the medical microbiology registrars on 03 9496 5964 for follow up.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)