SARS-CoV-2 / Influenza / Respiratory Syncytial Virus PCR

Test information: A rapid multiplexed real-time RT-PCR test intended for the simultaneous, qualitative detection and differentiation of SARS-CoV-2, influenza A, influenza B, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Availability: Available locally Monday - Sunday during routine hours: 08:45 - 21:00.
Available out of hours on telephone request.

Turnaround Time: 2 Hours

Related Tests:

• Respiratory PCR
• SARS-CoV-2 PCR

Specimen Type(s)

• Nasal Swab;
• Nasopharyngeal Aspirate;
• Nasopharyngeal Swab;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

The performance of nasal/nasopharyngeal wash/aspirates has not been established.

Specimen Container - Adult

• Copan Universal Transport Medium (UTM-RT) Red;
• Remel MicroTest M4RT Red;
• Sigma Transwab Duo MRSA White;
• Sigma Transwab with standard Sigma swab Purple;
• Sigma-Virocult with Sigma-Swab Green;
• Sterile CE-marked Universal Container;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

• Influenza A, genes encoding matrix protein, PB2, and PA;
• Influenza B, genes encoding matrix protein and non-structural protein;
• Respiratory Syncytial Virus, genes encoding nucleocapsid of RSV A and RSV B;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

300uL

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

• Proper sample collection, storage, and transport are essential for correct results.
• Specimens can be stored at room temperature (15 °C - 30 °C) for up to 24 hours and refrigerated (2 °C - 8 °C) up to seven days until testing is performed.
• Specimens should be transported at 2 °C - 8 °C.
• Please refer to Trust Policy: Management of Patients with Confirmed/Suspected Influenza Policy (internal only)

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Results: Negative / Positive
Patients that have received a live attenuated nasal vaccine (i.e. Fluenz Tetra / FluMist) prior to specimen collect can result in false positive results.
The performance of this test has not been established for immunocompromised individuals.

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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