Mumps Virus RNA, Qual RT-PCR - Swab
Order Name
Mumps PCR
Test Number: 6905087
Revision Date 04/18/2024
Test Number: 6905087
Revision Date 04/18/2024
Obsolete Reason |
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This test Has been Discontinued, Until the replacement test is constructed this can be ordered as Miscellaneous test. Mumps, PCR, Swab LCA tc# 140283 Specimen: Buccal swab Volume: One swab Container: Viral Transport Media (VTM) or Universal Transport Media (UTM) Collection: Collect a buccal swab specimen by massaging the parotid gland for 30 seconds. Using a synthetic swab, collect the sample by sweeping the swab between the cheek and gum from the upper molar to the lower molar for 10-15 seconds, while turning the swab. Sweep both sides with a single swab and place the swab into the VTM or UTM tube. Ensure the VTM or UTM tube is capped tightly to avoid leakage. Storage Instructions: Refrigerated or frozen Stability Requirements: Ambient N/A; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen 14 days. Causes for Rejection: Improperly submitted specimens including specimens not received in an approved VTM/UTM; swabs received in Liquid Amies (E-Swabs) or other bacterial swabs; specimens received without a swab; grossly leaking specimens and specimens received outside the stated stability |