Nucleic acid amplification assays (PCR) for the detection of the following in CSF:
Diagnosis of Viral Encephalitis / Meningitis
CSF
White top universal
Locally at RD&E
2 days
All positives will be communicated to the requesting clinician as soon as possible after testing is complete.
CSF Analysis – Lab Tests Online
Meningitis and Encephalitis – Lab Tests Online
Specimen Labelling Procedure