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Rubella Culture
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | P319 |
| Test group | Viral culture |
| Performed by | State Viral & Rickettsial Disease Laboratory |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Tissue culture |
| Collection Instructions | Performed only on infants with suspected congenital infection. Contact the Microbiology laboratory (x3-1268) to obtain consultation and arrange for sendout to the State Health Dept. |
| Container type | Urine cup, clean container |
| Amount to Collect | See preferred volume |
| Sample type | Amniotic fluid, nasal wash, random urine |
| Preferred volume | ≥ 20 mL fluid |
| Min. Volume | 1 mL fluid |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | Viral culture; German measles |
| LOINC code | 29257-3 |
| Last Updated | 3/24/2013 8:13:56 PM |
| Entry Number | 835 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667