Zika Virus


Test Information

Test Name

Zika Virus

Synonyms

Zika virus IgG; Zika virus IgM; Zika virus PCR

Preferred Specimen

2x Extra SST & Random Urine (50mL in yellow pot)

Testing Location

Referral

Turn Around Time

1 week


Collection Information

Preparation

  • Discuss with Clinical Microbiologist before collecting sample

  • Symptomatic patient, approved by Clinical Microbiologist = no charge

  • Asymptomatic patient, approved by Clinical Microbiologist = $310 + gst

    (Sample will be tested for Zika IgG and IgM in conjunction with Chikungunya and Dengue serology (including Dengue NS1 Antigen)

  • Please use the Clinical Virology Laboratory Test Request form from ESR


Processing Information

Registration Code

ZIKA, see notes

Notes

  • Require Clinical Microbiologist approval
  • Refer to Specimen Services SOP for Zika Virus
  • If unapproved by Clinical Microbiologist, register COMS, use code &ZIKA
  • Require dedicated tubes
  • Number Urine and SST under different lab numbers

Methodology

Interpretations

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External Referral Information

Referral Location

ESR Wallaceville

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