Arbovirus PCR

Diagnostic Use

Arbovirus PCR testing is performed as a panel that includes:
Chikungunya virus
Dengue virus
Zika virus

Please refer to individual entries for further details on the constituent tests.

Department

Microbiology - Virology

Delphic Registration Code

PARB

Laboratory Handling

Phlebotomy

Please collect a dedicated tube for PCR testing.

Separating

CHL separating - send tube directly to Virology. Referral lab - see referral section below for instruction

Laboratory

Testing is batched daily Monday-Friday at approximately 9.30am, with results available from mid-afternoon.

Test Adds

Add-ons can be made if an appropriate sample has already been received for other PCR or serology testing. Please call Virology to discuss.

Constituent Tests

• Chikungunya PCR
• Dengue PCR
• Zika virus PCR

Synonyms

Chikungunya
Dengue
Zika

Turnaround Time

3 days

Test Code

9273

Specimen Type

• Serum
• Urine

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Serum (Red Cap)

Acceptable

• Pottle
• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

5

Pre-testing Requirements

Clinical history required that includes: date of symptom onset, description of symptoms, travel history country/countries visited together with dates and duration of stay.

Asymptomatic patients require GP consultation with a microbiologist or other medical specialist prior to collection of samples. Full travel history including dates of travel are also required.

Asymptomatic male or non-pregnant females require patient payment.

Asymptomatic pregnant patients will not have a patient charge.

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Serum
• Urine

Minimum Volume (ml)

3.0

Transport to Lab

Chilled (2 - 8 degrees Celsius)

Test Method

PCR also includes Zika and Dengue PCR

Non-Funded Test Cost

$181.33 (Exclusive of GST)

Billing Code

9273

Contact Information

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