Enterovirus Detection by PCR

Important Note

Specific test mnemonic unavailable - Micro staff will order as a Miscellaneous Bacteriology Test.

Enterovirus for CSF is included in the Meningitis / Encephalitis Panel by PCR

Rhinovirus/Enterovirus for respiratory specimens is included in the Respiratory Viral Panel by PCR

Infectious

Specimen Type: CSF or Respiratory (solid or swabs)

Container / Tube:

* Sterile transport container without transport media (CSF)

* Universal Viral Transport Media tube (Respiratory)

87498: Enterovirus, reverse transcription and amplified probe technique

Transport Temperature: 2 - 8°C

Specimens are transported to the Montana Public Health Laboratory in Helena Monday thru Friday prior to testing.

Days Performed: Monday through Friday

Turn-around Time: 1 to 3 working days