Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)

Pathology category

Microbiology - Virology

Code

FAMR

Referral code

Request form

ICE request form

Test information

Sample Processed in house using Rapid Multiplex PCR in conjunction with Consultant Microbiologist. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

MERS-CoV: clinical management and guidance

Pre-analytical

Nasopharyngeal swab required for in-house PCRSputum sample required for referral to Regional Virus Ref Lab

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Viral Transport Medium – Green Lid

Special requirements

Minimum volume

N/A

Assay frequency

Random Access test urgent test as requested

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

2 hours

TAT Inpatient

2 hours

TAT GP/Outpatient

2 hours

Referral lab

24-48hrs