Point of Care Testing (POCT) for Respiratory Viruses has ended for the 2024-25 season at the RD&E & NDDH Hospitals. PLEASE NOTE: This test/procedure is not currently included in the defined scope of the laboratory’s UKAS Accreditation, (ISO15189) schedule. This test has passed internal laboratory verification and been reviewed clinically prior to being brought […]
ViewPLEASE NOTE: This Test/procedure is not currently included in the defined scope of the laboratory’s UKAS Accreditation, (ISO15189) schedule. This test has passed internal laboratory verification and been reviewed clinically prior to being brought into use. Summary Multiplex Nucleic acid amplification assay (PCR) test for the detection of: Viruses: SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A, Influenza B, RSV (A+B), […]
ViewSummary Nucleic acid amplification assay (PCR) tests for the detection of the following: SARS-CoV-2 (Covid) Influenza A (Flu) Influenza B (Seasonal Flu) Respiratory Syncitial Virus (RSV). Usage Diagnosis of viral respiratory infection. For POCT testing – click here Specimen Nasopharyngeal swab Test sensitivity is dictated by the amount of virus on the swab and is […]
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