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Test ID: AVIAN INFLUENZA A (H5N1) - SGH

Test Name:
AVIAN INFLUENZA A (H5N1) - SGH
Test Code:
O H5N1 S
Specialised Test:
No - Send Out Test
Turnaround Time:
?Monday-Saturday; TAT: Routine cases: 1 working dayPatient samples for urgent/stat testing must be from patients who meet MOH criteria of a suspect case.These must be ordered by an infectious diseases physician and discussed with a Molecular Laboratory microbiologist.
Test Schedule:
NA
Test Type:
Send Out Test (SGH)
Additional Test Note:
Refrigerate sample until transfer to laboratory. Do not freeze. Send sample at 2 - 8�C (with an ice-pack). Sample must reach laboratory within 24 hours after collection.Please contact Molecular Laboratory (63266920) before sending sample.?In addition to universal precautions, strict barrier precautions and respiratory protection are required in the collection of respiratory samples from patients suspected to be infected with avian influenza. This includes the use of personal protective equipment like gloves, gowns and apron, safety eyewear and powered air purifying respirators (PAPR) or N95 masks.
Sample Requirement:
a) Throat/nasopharyngeal swabs (preferred sample for adults): Use only Dacron-tipped or flocked swab. Send dry in sterile container or swab sheath.b) Nasopharyngeal aspirate/wash, endotracheal aspirate, bronchoalveolar lavage: Send at least 1 mL of sample in sterile leak-proof screw-capped container without any media.
Fasting Requirement:
None
Parkway Laboratory Services
Last Update:
26/09/2024
Update:
Additional Note, Sample Requirement, Turnaround Time

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