| Methodology: |
Direct Fluorescent Antibody Stain
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 24 hours
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Nasopharyngeal aspirate/swab/washing, tracheal aspirate, or respiratory secretions in viral transport media. Source of specimen is preferred.
Transport: Specimen in sterile leak-proof container or viral transport media at 2-8°C.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Pediatric Collection/Transport:
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Remarks: Do not freeze.
Unacceptable Conditions: Dry swabs.
Stability: Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 3 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
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