Aliases
Viral culture
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Test Name
Virus Isolation and Identification - Isolate
Test Code
VICULTI
Methodology
Culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA)
Overview/Supplementary
This test isolates and identifies viruses from cell sheets. Viral culture can detect several viruses (e.g. parainfluenza, RSV, adenovirus).
Turn Around Time
Up to 6 weeks
Specimen Requirements
Isolates: Supernatant from cell sheet.
Preferred volume: 1 mL
Minimum volume: 200 µl
Special Considerations
None
Transport/Stability
Store and ship at refrigeration (2°C to 8°C) temperature.
Interface/Codes
Test Resource ID
951