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Viral Culture, Eye
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | P324 |
| Test group | Viral culture |
| Performed by | Microbiology |
| In House Availability | Set up daily, day and evening shifts |
| Container type | Submit sample in viral holding medium |
| Sample type | Cotton swab w/wire shaft, Tissue |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Sample collected on Calgi-swabs. Swabs not received in viral holding media. |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | CID |
| Stability | Room temperature 6 hours, refrigerated 24 hours |
| Additional information | Spectrum of agents sought includes adenovirus, influenza and parainfluenza and enteroviruses |
| Last Updated | 3/19/2009 7:59:21 AM |
| Entry Number | 985 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667