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Test Code NORO Norovirus, Feces

Performing Laboratory

Delaware Public Health Laboratory (DPHL) Smyrna, Delaware

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Reference Values

Negative for Norovirus Genotypes I and II by PCR

 

Test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. FDA.  Results should be used for epidemiological purposes only.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Sent to DPHL

Monday through Friday

Routine Turnaround Time:  > 24 hrs

STAT Turnaround Time:  not available

Physician Office Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:  Screw-capped, leakproof container

Specimen:  Random Stool - Ideally stool should be collected within 48-72 hours after onset of symptoms.

Collection Instructions:  Keep bagged and sealed container with stool refrigerated or with refrigerant packs while stored and transported to lab.

Note:  Label container with patient's full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, date and time of collection, collector's initials, and type of specimen.