MEASLES PCR (Qualitative)
Parameters: Single Component
Blood Test
Components: Detection of measles RNA by rRT–PCR may be successful as late as 10-14 days after rash onset. Collect throat or nasopharyngeal swab specimens as soon as measles disease is suspected. rRT-PCR has the greatest diagnostic sensitivity when specimens are collected at first contact with a suspected case.
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Methodology: Real Time PCR
Preparation: No Special Preparation Needed
Delivery Time: 7 Working Days
Test Code: CPL93
