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Test Code COVFLR SARS/FLU A+B/RSV by PCR

Methodology

Cepheid GeneExpert (PCR)

Specimen Type

NP collection with mini tip M4RT

Preferred Collection Container

M4RT - Collection kit contains two swabs. Please use only the NP Mini-tip

Collection Volume

1 NP Mini-tip Swab in M4RT, viral transport media

Minimum Collection Volume

1 NP Mini-tip Swab in M4RT, viral transport media

Collection Instructions

NP Swab Collection Instructions: 1. Insert swab straight back (not upwards) to the nasopharynx until resistance is met at the
level of the turbinates. Rotate the swab gently 2-3 times and withdraw slowly.
2. Place the swab in the transport media, break off the end of swab so that it fits in the container.
3. Specimens MUST be properly labeled with:
a. patient full name AND date of birth
c. “NP” for the specimen source/site
collection date and time
4. Bag specimen.
5 Store and transport critical refrigerated.

Transport

Preferred Refrigerated or Ambient

Rejection Criteria

Leaking specimens, M4RT media that appears yellow or contaminated, Specimens not labeled appropriately, Specimen received in other media types, Specimen collection site other than NP

Specimen Storage and Stability

Ambient 24 hours; Refrigerated 7 days

Turn Around Time

<4 hours after receipt in Lab for acute care patients

Lab Department

Microbiology

Alias

Influenza A PCR; Influenza B PCR; Influenza H1N1; Seasonal Influenza PCR; Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Detection;SARS-CoV-2;Covid-19;Cepheid Quad; COVID Influenza RSV

Ordering Info

Use for symptomatic patients with signs and symptoms with either COVID, Influenza or RSV and likely to be admitted.

EPIC Code

LAB0012J

Pediatric Collection Container

NP with Mini Tip M4RT

Acceptable Collection Container

NP with Mini Tip In Viral Transport Medium

Testing Volume

500uL

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday, 24 hours

STAT Availability

Yes