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Specimen Collection

PCR testing


Test Name
PCR testing
Specimen Type

DEDICATED SPECIMEN MUST BE COLLECTED FOR PCR

Blood: EDTA - a separate tube from other EDTA blood tests. Swab: dry swab

Comments

Consult Molecular Microbiology, for range of organisms tested and testing frequency.Also see individual organisms eg Chlamydia PCR etc.

LAB NOTES If the specific test is not listed elsewhere in this manual, forward the specimen to Bacteriology.

Assay Performed
Molecular Microbiology
RCH
Level 4, 50 Flemington Rd, Parkville 3052
Laboratory Hours: 0845-1715 Mon-Fri
No after hours service; if urgent testing is required, the requesting clinician is to contact on-call Clinical Microbiologist for advice via switchboard
9345 4673
Assay Frequency

Depends on organisms detected, consult laboratory.

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