Test Entry - Detail

SARS-CoV-2 PCR

General

Clinical Use:

For the diagnosis of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2 infection).
The recommended specimen is a single swab used first to swab the throat, followed by deep nasal swabbing via both nostrils. Testing of other respiratory tract specimens may also be performed if clinically indicated (e.g. nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, BAL).

Availability:

Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation.

Aliases/Synonyms:

Coronavirus PCR (SARS-CoV-2), COVID PCR, COVID-19 PCR, Novel Coronavirus PCR,

Code:

VNCV

Handling Instructions (to laboratory):

Send sample chilled.

Hyperlink:

Reference Interval:

Not Applicable

Collection Requirements

Container:

Sterile Container (STERILE),

Sample Type:

Flocked Throat/Nose Swab; Flocked Nasopharyngeal Swab; Nasopharyngeal Aspirate; Sputum; BAL; Endotracheal Aspirate

Minimum Collection Volume:

N/A

Collection Instructions:

Indicate specimen type and any relevant clinical history on request form.
For requests not covered under Medicare (non-travel requests), please contact Accounts Receivable.
Domestic and International travellers are required to pay $145.00 upfront, prior to collection.

Processing Requirements

Alternate Containers:

Processing Instructions:

Minimum Assay Volume:

N/A

Stability:

Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):

Send sample chilled.

Testing Locations

Performed at:

Section	Department	Site	Contact Phone
Molecular Diagnostics	Microbiology	Fiona Stanley Hospital	6152 8022
Molecular Diagnostics	Microbiology	QEII Medical Centre	6383 4402

Last Updated : 12-12-2023 12:29