Infectious Disease Laboratories :
Microbiology
Test ID/Workstation :
ROTA MIC2
Tube Type:
Stool container
Collection Volume:
5.0 mL (minimum 1.0 mL)
Cause for Rejection:
Stool specimen sent on swab. Stool sent in viral transport media. Specimen sent in diaper. Rectal swab is not acceptable.
Availability:
Daily (0800-1600)
Methodology:
Antigen Detection by Immunochromatographic Assay
Special Instructions:
Stool specimens received before 1200 will be run that same day. Specimens received in the afternoon will be put on the next run of patient specimens.
Synonyms:
Stool for Rotavirus; Rotavirus Screen
Specimen Collection Procedures:
Test ID/Workstation :
ROTA MIC2
Tube Type:
Stool container
Collection Volume:
5.0 mL (minimum 1.0 mL)
Cause for Rejection:
Stool specimen sent on swab. Stool sent in viral transport media. Specimen sent in diaper. Rectal swab is not acceptable.
Availability:
Daily (0800-1600)
Methodology:
Antigen Detection by Immunochromatographic Assay
Special Instructions:
Stool specimens received before 1200 will be run that same day. Specimens received in the afternoon will be put on the next run of patient specimens.
Synonyms:
Stool for Rotavirus; Rotavirus Screen
Specimen Collection Procedures:
