Adenovirus - genotyping
Genotyping of Adenovirus species by PCR and sequencing | |
Microbiology | |
Virology | |
○ Viral isolates from respiratory tract specimens (1-2mL) |
Other Information
○ Patient must have a laboratory confirmed adenovirus infection and meet criteria or indications for genotyping (e.g. recurrent infection, outbreak)
○ Contact medical microbiologist prior to ordering/requesting
○ Contact medical microbiologist prior to ordering/requesting
Refer to section Sample Processing / Delivery
PHOL
○ 14 days
416-586-4800 extension 4432
YES
○ The specimen will be referred to the National Microbiology Laboratory for testing