Measles virus RNA
This test is referred to another lab outside our network
This does not affect where samples are sent and where your results are issued.
This does not affect where samples are sent and where your results are issued.
Description:
Assay performed by CfI Colindale PHE
RNA is assessed along with IgM on serum or (preferably Oracol samples) or CSF
RNA is assessed along with IgM on serum or (preferably Oracol samples) or CSF
Clinical details:
Measles
Units:
Positive/Negative/Indeterminate
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
10 ml serum, Oracol samples from mouth, CSF
Turnaround time:
7 days
Time limit for extra tests:
1 year
Contacts:
South London Specialist Virology Centre
Results: 02032996155 Medical Advice: 02032996298
King's College Hospital
Cheyne Wing, 2nd Floor (opposite Liver ITU)
Denmark Hill
London SE5 9RS
DX address: South London (PHL) Kings DX 6570200 Peckham 90SE
Cheyne Wing, 2nd Floor (opposite Liver ITU)
Denmark Hill
London SE5 9RS
DX address: South London (PHL) Kings DX 6570200 Peckham 90SE
Laboratory:
Last updated: 07/08/2015
