Enterovirus by RT PCR - CSF

Alternate test name

Coxsackie virus, Echovirus, Encephalitis, Aseptic Meningitis

Gene name / Alternate gene name

Polyprotein

Lab area

Microbiology - Molecular

Method and equipment

Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction

Expected turn-around time

12 days

Specimen type

Specimen requirements

CSF 200-300 ul per 1 test, for multiple tests please ensure adequate sample volume is submitted
send in sterile screw top tube

Storage and transportation

All specimens must be shipped on dry ice
Exception: Specimens that will arrive at SickKids within 48 hours from the time of collection can be shipped on ice packs

Special requirements

Requisition

Disease condition

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