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Alternate Names
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Extended Respiratory PCR, Adenovirus PCR, Influenza Virus PCR, Parainfluenza PCR, RESPCR, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) PCR, Rhinovirus PCR, Enterovirus PCR, Bordetella PCR, Human Metapneumovirus PCR, Influenza NAD, Influenza A virus PCR, Influenza B virus PCR, Respiratory Pathogens PCR, FLUPCR, FLU A PCR, FLU B PCR, Bordetella Pertussis PCR, B. Parapertussis, Bordetella persussis NAD, RSV Ag, RSVPCR, Viral Extended Respiratory Multiplex NAT (incl. Pertussis, RV/EV, Parainfluenza, HMPV and AdV), Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA, Mycoplasma pneumoniae PCR |
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Test Code
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RESPCR |
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Testing Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious |
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Specimen Type
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NPA (Naso pharyngeal aspirate)
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Container Type
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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This test will detect and identify one or more of:
- Influenza A virus RNA
- Influenza B virus RNA
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) DNA
- Rhinovirus DNA and Enterovirus RNA
- Parainfluenza (subtypes:1, 2, 3, & 4) DNA
- Adenovirus DNA
- Human Metapneumovirus DNA
- Bordetella spp. DNA
- Bordetella parapertussis DNA
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA
Swine Flu PCR is no longer an orderable test.
Unless otherwise requested, all Nasopharyngeal Aspirates (NPAs) will be tested for respiratory virus PCR.
Testing only available Monday - Saturday. Test not performed on Sundays. |
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Collection Instructions
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Monday - Saturday |
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Min Test Volume
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300uL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability. |
