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Rotavirus PCR (Faeces)

Alternate Names
Rotavirus Antigen, Faecal Viral PCR, Faeces Viral PCR, Stool Viral PCR, Faeces Rotavirus NAD
Test Code
EVPCR
Testing Laboratory
Microbiology
Specimen Type

Faeces

Container Type

Faecal Pot (Brown Top)

Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

Adenovirus and Rotavirus is automatically performed on faeces from children under 5 years of age.

A request for Rotavirus will include: 

Collection Instructions

-

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Daily
Min Test Volume
None
Add On Test Suitability

This test can be added up to 5 days from collection.

Container ID
POT, CM, CMS
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes