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Alternate Names
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Hepatitis C RNA, HCVPCR, Hepatitis C NAD, Qualitative Hep C |
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Test Code
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HCVP |
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Testing Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
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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 is a qualitative test for the detection of Hepatitis C Virus in plasma by PCR.
If this test is urgent please contact the Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 5964 or Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory on 03 9496 5657. |
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Collection Instructions
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Please collect 1 x DEDICATED 9mL EDTA tube.
Paediatric samples will be referred to an external laboratory for testing. |
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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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Weekly |
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Min Test Volume
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9mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
