Virus Stool PCR

Virus Stool PCR

• Noravirus PCR
• Adenovirus PCR
• Rotavirus PCR
• Gastroenteric virus PCR

Microbiology

VIR STOOL

Sterile container 

1. Collect specimen as early as possible following the onset of symptoms.
2. Specimens should be obtained from:
   
   1. Infants/Toddlers (not toilet trained) – Collect faeces sample from soiled diaper or directly from “potty”
   2. Older Children/Adults – Instruct the patient to defecate into a clean container.
   3. NOTE: Faeces specimens that have been in contact with water in toilet are unacceptable.
3. Aseptically remove cap from vial.
4. Using spoon, place approximately 1-2 grams of patient’s faeces into the container, replace and tighten cap.
5. Label the specimen container with the patient’s full name.

• Specimen should be transported ASAP to the laboratory in biohazard bag after collection.
• Specimen should be stored and transported at 2 - 8°C or on wet ice after receipt within 48 hours of collection.