View the new Tube Guide and Swab Guides. You can also order hard copies via our Order Form.
Austin Pathology
Test Directory
Search in the bar above for available tests.
Type any letter of the alphabet to be presented with all available results for that letter.
Sapovirus PCR (Faeces)
Alternate Names
|
Sapovirus Antigen, Faecal Viral PCR, Faeces Viral PCR, Stool Viral PCR |
Test Code
|
EVPCR |
Testing Laboratory
|
Microbiology |
Specimen Type
|
Faeces |
Container Type
|
Faecal Pot (Brown Top) |
Medicare Rebate
|
Yes |
Out of Pocket Costs
|
None |
Ordering Information
|
A request for Sapovirus, will include Norovirus (Genotypes I & II), Rotavirus (Genotype A), Adenovirus (F40/41), Sapovirus (genogroups I, II, IV, V), and Astrovirus (hAstro). |
Collection Instructions
|
- |
Transport Instructions
|
Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
|
Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
|
Daily |
Min Test Volume
|
None |
Add On Test Suitability
|
This test can be added up to 5 days from collection. |
Container ID
|
POT, CM, CMS |
Laboratory Instructions
|
None |
Accredited Test
|
Yes |
These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference