Eye swab (Herpes only)
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: conjunctival (eye) swab virus transport medium, remel tube MR4 media (red topped, pink liquid), Turnaround Time: 1-7 working days |
Detection of herpes simplex 1 and 2 DNA
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable
Reference laboratory: Manchester PHE