Arbovirus serology


Test Information

Test Name

Arbovirus serology

Synonyms

Mosquito Borne Virus

Preferred Specimen

Extra SST

Testing Location

Referral

Turn Around Time

1 week


Collection Information

Preparation

  • Asymptomatic patients require GP consultation with a microbiologist or other medical specialist prior to collection of samples.
  • Full travel history including dates of travel are also required
  • Onset date of illness desirable
  • Please use the Clinical Virology Laboratory Test Request form from ESR

Processing Information

Registration Code

ARBO

Notes

ESR Arbovirus tests include

Alternative Specimen

Plain tube


External Referral Information

Referral Location

ESR Wallaceville (via WHL)

Send Away Volume

1.0 mL serum

Send Away Transport

with ice pack