Enterovirus & Parechovirus PCR Test | Austin Pathology

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Enterovirus & Parechovirus PCR

Alternate Names	Parechovirus PCR, Enterovirus PCR, ENV PCR, ENV NAD, Echovirus, Coxsackie
Ordering Information	This test detects Enterovirus RNA and Parechovirus RNA on any of the following specimens: Swabs (non-rectal): Viral swabs in viral transport media (VTM) or Green top swabs are preferred. Serum EDTA blood Faeces Please refer to Enterovirus PCR (ENVPCR) for faecal and rectal swab samples. If this test is urgent please contact the Medical Microbiologist or phone the Molecular Diagnostics Department (03 9496-5657).
Laboratory	Referred Test
Specimen	Fluid Faeces Respiratory specimen Swab Blood
Container	EDTA (purple) 70ml Sterile Container (yellow top) Faecal Pot (Brown topped) Swab - Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Minimum Adult Volume	None
Minimum Paediatric Volume	None
Frequency	On Request

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Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)

Test Code	ENTP
Container ID	EWL, EW, ACD, CM, CMS, CSF1, CSF2, CSF3
External Laboratory	VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)