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GeneXpert Covid-19 SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV PCR
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Ordering Information
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Consider using this test for patients presenting with fever and respiratory symptoms where urgent turn around time is required. Please refer to COVFLR and RESPCR for standard ordering. Investigate and manage patients for respiratory illness using standard practices. This test will detect one or more of the following: SARS-CoV-2 RNA Influenza A RNA Influenza B RNA Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) DNA Collect a dedicated sample for this test request. |
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Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics
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Specimen
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See collection instructions
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Container
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Swab - viral (green)
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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 dedicated Nasopharyngeal and/or oropharyngeal (throat) swab. See nasophyaryngeal instructions. All staff performing collection should be trained in this procedure and should use the 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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Frequency
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As required
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These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
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Test Code
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COVFLX
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