Measles PCR
Measles RT-PCR
$440.00
Many services are free for eligible patients. A minimum charge may apply. Prices listed are for unfunded, individual, requests. Please contact us for commercial testing.
Nasopharyngeal Swab in viral transport media
Referral
2 days
Require approval from Ministry of Health
Patients with clinically suspected measles should have the nasopharyngeal swab (NPS) for measles PCR and any other necessary blood tests performed at the initial clinical consultation. They should NOT attend PathLab collection rooms.
Patients with confirmed measles should NOT attend PathLab collection rooms for any laboratory testing during their infectious period (until at least 5 days after the onset of rash).
MEAP
Urine if swab unobtainable
Waikato Hospital Laboratory