This PCR is useful for the diagnosis of meningococcal septicaemia.
PCR will allow the confirmation of the etiological agent when preceding antimicrobial therapy has inhibited growth and offers a rapid diagnosis in cases that clinically indicate meningococcal disease. Confirmation of diagnosis is extremely important not only in the treatment of the patient but also in the management of contact tracing.
Microbiology - Virology
NPCR
Dedicated EDTA required
Testing is batched daily Monday-Friday at approximately 9.30am, with results available from mid-afternoon. Urgent or weekend testing must be discussed with and approved by a Microbiologist.
As a dedicated sample is required, add-on testing is not available. Please call Virology to discuss.
Meningitis - N.meningitidis - PCR
Meningococcal disease - PCR
PCR - Neisseria meningitidis
Septicemia - Meningococcal
3 days
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