Sequencing, SARS-CoV-2 (causitive agent of COVID-19)
Specimen:
For ambulatory cases: NPS/OPS in VTM or UTM
For cases with severe respiratory disease: sputum (if produced) and/or endotracheal aspirate or bronchoalveolar lavage
For cases which expired: lung tissue from biopsy
Volume/Quantity:
Shedule of Collection:
Collect on presentation
Collection/Storage/Handling/Transport:
a) For NPS/OPS in VTM or UTM: Collect using Dacron/Rayon-tip swabs with plastic shaft and place immediately in VTM or UTM
b) For BAL, ETA, Sputum, Nasopharyngeal aspirate: Collect in sterile container
c) For lung tissue from biopsy: Collect in sterile c
Running Day:
Wednesday and Saturday
Cut off Day and Time:
Tuesday 14:00
Friday 14:00
Turnaround Time:
2 weeks
Fee:
none at present
Status:
Available