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Influenza Serology
Ordering Information
An acute sample and a convalescent sample (collected 3-4 weeks later) will be tested in parallel.
The preferred diagnostic option for respiratory viruses is Respiratory Multiplex PCR on nose and throat swabs.
Laboratory
Referred Test
Specimen
Blood
Container
Serum tube (gold cap OR red cap w. yellow insert)
Additional Collection Instructions
Collect both acute and convalescent specimens.
Minimum Adult Volume
5mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume
None
Notes
Influenza seroconversion may take up to 21 days after infection. Acute bleed is stored until convalescent bleed is received in 2 - 3 weeks and tested in parallel.
