Aliases
Coronavirus, COVID, Influenza
Submitted by
StewaD1
on
Test Name
Influenza SARS-CoV-2 (FluSC2) Multiplex PCR
Test Code
FluSC2PCR
Methodology
Real-time multiplex PCR
Overview/Supplementary
This test detects influenza A, influenza B, and SARS-CoV-2 viruses. Samples that are positive for influenza A may be subtyped.
For additional information on influenza and SARS-CoV-2 sample submission see Laboratory influenza information on Laboratory Disease Spotlight (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/idlab/labflu.html).
Turn Around Time
1-3 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimens in DMEM, EMEM, Sterile PBS, Sterile saline, UTM, or VTM: Bronchial wash, Bronchoalveolar lavage/BAL, Dual NP/OP swab, Nasal aspirate, Nasal swab, Nasal wash, Nasopharyngeal swab, Oropharyngeal swab, Sputum, or Tracheal aspirate
Preferred volume: 3 mL
Minimum volume: 200 µL
Special Considerations
None
Transport/Stability
Specimens stored refrigerated (2°C to 8°C) must be received within 3 days of collection and shipped on cold packs.
Specimens stored frozen (≤0°C) must be received within 7 days of collection and shipped on dry ice (preferred) or must ship on cold packs.
Interface/Codes
LOINC: 95422-2
Test Resource ID
907