Freeze. Critical frozen. Respiratory specimen in sterile container or in viral transport media (M4 blue top). CSF in sterile container. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles. If multiple tests are ordered submit separate specimen for this test.
Stability:
8 hours ambient, 72 hours refrigerated. or 1 year frozen.
Standard Volume:
2 mL respiratory specimen; 1 mL CSF.
Transport:
Frozen on dry ice.
Comments:
Critical frozen.
Rejection Criteria:
Non-sterile or leaking container; respiratory aspirate tubing in collection container.