PCR, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS CoV)
Specimen:
Volume/Quantity:
Shedule of Collection:
a) For symptomatics:
collect on presentation of symptoms;
b) For asymptomatic contacts:
within 14 days of last documented contact; to confirm clearance of the
virus, sample collection to
be repeated until the results
are negative on 2 sequential
samples.
Collection/Storage/Handling/Transport:
Collect in 1 plastic EDTA (purple-top) tube. In addition, also collect either in 1 plastic red tube or in one plastic yellow (serum separator) tube. If centrifugation is required, use a
dedicated centrifuge with leakproof rotor lid, preferably use within
Running Day:
Mon-Sun (everyday)
Cut off Day and Time:
9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Turnaround Time:
48 hours
Fee:
₱ 7,000.00
Status:
Available