Sample type: Nasopharayngeal aspirates (NPAs)

Test name: COVID-19
Molecular assay (NAAT) a.k.a. SARS-CoV-2

Condition / Indication: Lower respiratory tract infection

Special precautions & notes: Sample should be double bagged

Sample required: LRTI sample e.g. BAL, Sputum

Test information required: Patient name, sex and age, Laboratory number
Appropriate hazard warnings

Container: Universal (white top)

Ideal volume (mL): 500µL

Discipline: Virology

Section: Molecular

Turnaround time: 1 day

Method:

HOLOGIC Panther Fusion