Faeces – Norovirus PCR

Test Information

• Container:
  Stool Pot 30ml (Blue)
   
• Min vol:
  Fill at least a third of the container. Testing is only performed on diarrhoeal stool specimens (liquid or semi-formed faeces).
   
• Reporting Frequency:
  TAT - Daily during seasonal periods
   

• Additional information

  Testing for Norovirus takes place seasonally for in-patient & A&E specimens only; molecular testing service is available for the investigation of outbreaks during the winter months of October to March.
  
  Sample stability - 1 week
  

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