Viral Respiratory Panel --specimen collection information

MCL Laboratory specimen collection and test information
		Sterile container
Viral Respiratory Panel		1 mL
Alternative name(s)		1 mL

Lab section	Send Outs
When performed	0630h-1430h Monday-Friday
When reported	0630h-1430h Monday-Friday




Important notes:	Collect in sterile container, use no preservatives, if transportation time is long, refrigerate or submit on ice.Viral respiratory panel test for the following virus: Adenovirus, Influenza A, Influenza B, Parainfluenza type 1, Parainfluenza type 2 Parinfluenza type 3, and Respiratory Synctial Virus. Chlamydia by direct immunofluorscence is also included in the panel. Test included in the panel can be ordered individually as well as in the panel.

Rejection criteria:	Requires consult. Submit consult form with patient history, physician name and beeper number.
Transportation notes:	On ice
Specimen preparation:	Stable at 4 centigrade.

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Last revised 11/07/2011