Monkeypox Serology
| Test Name | Monkeypox |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module | Lab |
| Ordering Mnemonic |
MONKEYPOX |
| Specimen Type |
Serum, CSF for other sources see Monkeypox virus under Microbiology |
| Collection Container |
Serum Red top or serum separator CSF Sterile container/tube |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information | Health care providers with a patient that meets the case definitions must complete the Ontario Monkeypox Investigation Tool in Appendix B and send the information via secure fax to PHO (647-260-7603). PHO’s laboratory will notify the patient’s local public health unit (PHU) of any suspected monkeypox infection pending testing as per CMOH order 77.6. |
| Test Schedule |
Samples requesting monkeypox will be forwarded to the National Microbiology Laboratory (NML) in Winnipeg. Turnaround time is approximately 2 calendar days from receipt at NML. |
| Lab Process Notes | Contact PHO Customer Service (416-235-6556/1-877-604-4567) or after hours the on-call Duty Officer (416-605-3113) to consult prior to sample collection and shipment. PHO's laboratory will provide the submitter with further direction regarding optimal sample collection methods and special transport requirements for monkeypox. |
| Storage and Transport |
2°C - 8°C Ship specimens according to the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) requirements for Category A pathogens (UN2814 packaging). |
| Test Referred To | Offsite, Reference Lab |
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