Austin Pathology
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GeneXpert Covid-19 SARS-CoV-2/Flu/RSV PCR
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Ordering Information
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Consider using this test for patients presenting with fever and respiratory symptoms where urgent turn around time is required. This test will detect one or more of the following:
Please refer to Covid PCR or Respiratory Pathogens PCR for standard ordering. Investigate and manage patients for respiratory illness using standard practices. |
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Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious
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Specimen
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See collection instructions
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Container
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Swab - Viral Transport Media (VTM)
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Collection Instruction
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Collect at room temperature
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Additional Collection Instructions
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Urgent sample. Collect DEDICATED Nasopharyngeal and/or oropharyngeal (throat) swab. Transport to the laboratory as soon as sample is collected. All staff performing collection should be trained in this procedure and should use the appropriate PPE including gloves, mask, gown and goggles. |
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Minimum Adult Volume
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1mL
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Minimum Paediatric Volume
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1mL
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Frequency
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As required
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These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
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Test Code
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COVFLX
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Container ID
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CMOL, POT, CM, SWAB
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