Respiratory Panel 2 plus – FilmArray®
Category | Microbiology |
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Test background |
Multiplex PCR to detect the following pathogens: Adenovirus |
Clinical Indications |
• Emergency admissions presenting with respiratory symptoms and requiring high flow oxygen (optiflow), non-invasive ventilation (NIV) or referral to ITU for respiratory support. |
Reference range | NA |
Sample & container required | Nasopharyngeal Swab |
Sample container | Blue top eNAT transport medium |
Sample collection | Use the eNAT transport collection kit, sourced from your local Pathology specimen reception. |
Transport storage | Transport sample to Microbiology at Charing Cross hospital immediately. |
Turnaround time | 12 hours |
Notes | Requests MUST be approved by a Microbiology or Virology Consultant. This assay is not UKAS accredited. |