Non-Variola Orthopoxvirus (Vaccinia, monkeypox) DNA by real-time PCR Assay
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Method | Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (q-PCR) Amplification of Non-Variola Orthopoxvirus DNA |
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Test Scope | This assay to serve as an aid in determining whether Vaccinia is the causative agent of a vaccination adverse event in smallpox vaccines or their contacts. |
Preferred Specimen |
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Required Specimen Volume | 2-4 swabs or scab samples from lesions |
Specimen Container | Screw-cap 15 mL polypropylene tube |
Specimen Identification | Label container with patient’s first name, last name and DOB include date and time of collection and sample source. |
Special Instructions | Swabs or scabs dry (no transport medium) store refrigerated at 2-8°C. |
Shipping Requirements | Ship swabs or scabs dry (no transport medium) refrigerated at 2-8°C. Ship according to current IATA regulations. |
Sample Rejection Criteria |
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Turn-around-time | 24-48 hours, Monday through Friday |