As of Thursday 18th April 2024 Point of Care Testing (POCT) for Respiratory Viruses has ceased for the 2023-34 season at the RD&E Hospital. (Note: POCT testing still ongoing for Paediatrics at NDDH) Please send any samples for testing to the Microbiology Laboratory – go to the Respiratory Viral PCR page for further information. Summary […]
ViewSummary Multiplex Nucleic acid amplification assay (PCR) test for the detection of: Viruses: SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A, Influenza B, RSV (A+B), Adenovirus, Bocavirus, Seasonal Coronaviruses (229E, HKU1, NL63, OC43), Human Metapneumovirus (A+B), Parainfluenza (1-4), Rhinovirus/Enterovirus Bacteria: Bordetella pertussis, Chlamydophila pneumoniae, Legionella pneumophila, Mycoplasma pneumoniae Usage Diagnosis of respiratory infection caused by viruses and atypical bacteria. Only performed […]
ViewPlease note we do not offer a private Covid-19 testing service. Summary 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 […]
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