Polio serology

Test information: Approved indications for polio serological testing: Diagnosis of poliovirus infection when the diagnosis cannot be established by molecular or culture-based methods, by comparing titres in acute and convalescent sera. Serological confirmation of poliovirus infection following detection of poliovirus using molecular and/or culture-based assays. Quantifying antibody levels in individuals who work in laboratories where there is deliberate handling of poliovirus. Excluded indications (samples will not be processed): Demonstrating an antibody response to polio vaccination to assist in the diagnosis of immunodeficiency states including, but not limited to, primary humoral immunodeficiencies.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

5-10ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Minimum-clotting time 30 minutes. Do not send grossly haemolysed specimens. Specimens should be transported to the laboratory as soon as possible. Outside of normal hours samples should be refrigerated (2 °C to 8 °C).

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Non-reactive / Reactive

UKAS number

8197

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

Detecting antibodies or quantifying antibody levels in individuals travelling to an overseas area that has an active polio outbreak.

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