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Respiratory Pathogens PCR
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Alternate Names
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COVID 19, SARS-CoV-2, Flu PCR, RSV PCR, Respiratory PCR
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Ordering Information
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This test will detect one or more of the following:
Consider using this test for patients presenting with fever and respiratory symptoms. Investigate and manage patients for respiratory illness using standard practices. |
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Cerner Test Name
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COVID-19 SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV PCR
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Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious
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Specimen
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Swab
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Container
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Swab - Viral Transport Media (VTM)
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Collection Instruction
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Collect at room temperature
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Additional Collection Instructions
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Collect a DEDICATED sample for this test request. Dry swabs and bacterial blue top swabs have reduced sensitivity and are not recommended. All staff performing collections should practice and use appropriate PPE including gloves, mask, gown and goggles. |
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Minimum Adult Volume
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1mL
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Minimum Paediatric Volume
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1mL
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These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
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Test Code
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COVFLR
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Container ID
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CMOL, POT, CM, SWAB
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