Laboratory - :
Microbiology
Tube Type:
Stool container
Collection Volume:
5.0 mL (minimum 1.0 ml)
Minimum Volume:
1.0 ml stool
Preferred Volume:
5.0 ml stool
Cause for Rejection:
Stool specimen sent on a swab. Stool sent in viral transport media. Specimen sent in diaper. Rectal swab is not acceptable.
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Antigen detection by Immunochromatographic
Synonyms:
Stool for Rotavirus; Rotavirus Screen
Test ID/Workstation :
ROTA
Tube Type:
Stool container
Collection Volume:
5.0 mL (minimum 1.0 ml)
Cause for Rejection:
Stool specimen sent on a swab. Stool sent in viral transport media. Specimen sent in diaper. Rectal swab is not acceptable.
Availability:
Daily, 24 hours; STAT
Methodology:
Antigen detection by Immunochromatographic
Synonyms:
Stool for Rotavirus; Rotavirus Screen