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See also: Neisseria gonhorrhoeae (GC) PCR. Chlamydia trachomatis antibodies.
8.5 mL of blood taken into a plain gel tube PCR Plasma - paired samples not required 4ml of blood taken into an EDTA Tube For adults 2 full EDTA tubes
Adenovirus is detected by PCR.
Whipple’s Disease PCR is only performed on specific request.
4ml of blood taken into an EDTA Tube
simplex PCR Varicella zoster PCR Other viral PCR tests may be available after discussion with the Consultant Microbiologist, e.g.
Urine PCR Adult reference range: <50 mg/mmol Paediatric reference range (<18 years of age): <20 mg/mmol Urine PCR in pregnancy (NICE NG133): if using
diagnosis is clarified Suspected cases can be confirmed by a MMR oral fluid test; kits are available from the Health Protection Team on 0300 303 8162 Mumps PCR
Case complexity adjusted posterior capsular rupture (PCR) rates were comparable (0.98% ISBCS and 0.78% DSCS).
and miscarriage Candida sensitivity testing is available on request for cases of recurrent or recalcitrant candidiasis See also:Chlamydia trachomatis PCR
Results for all PCR tests will be uploaded and available through the Sunrise EPR results system throughout the day.
The information given here is intended for use by healthcare professionals. Please see Lab Tests Online-UK for more general advice, links and background.
into virus transport tube The following alternative samples can also be used for Enterovirus detection EDTA samples Stool Sample · CSF Enterovirus PCR
Measles PCR testing is performed on throat or mouth viral swabs. PCR can also be performed on a nasopharyngeal aspirate (NPA).
Microbiology Notes Neisseria gonorrhoeae (also known as Gonococcus or GC) can be detected by PCR at the same time as Chlamydia trachomatis testing.