Influenza A,B, RSV,COVID (4PLX) swab

Pathology category

Microbiology - Virology

Code

4PLX

Referral code

Request form

ICE request ONLY

Test information

Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Samples should be delivered to the laboratory as soon as possible. If there is a delay, samples should be refrigerated. For more information on how and when to take the sample; please refer to the guide provided by infection control following the link provided.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Viracult green-topped swab

Special requirements

Minimum volume

Prefilled tube

Assay frequency

Daily

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

24 hours

TAT Inpatient

24 hours

TAT GP/Outpatient

24 hours

Referral lab