Test Name
Enterovirus by MOL Amp, CSF
Alternate DescriptionEnterovirus on CSF by PCR
Type SpecimenCSF
LIS CodeENMC
AvailabilityRun daily, 7 days a week
Lab Section
Virology
Fluid TypeCSF
Specimen Tube Type Transport
CSF Container
Summary Test NameEnterovirus by Molecular Amplification, CSF
Specimen Preparation OutreachKeep refrigerated until Courier pick-up
Specimen Stability2-8 degrees C for 72 hours until testing
Minimum Volume0.5 mL
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Test Turnaround Time Routines And Stats24 Hours
Test ResultsEnterovirus Detected/No Enterovirus Detected
Additional Test InformationCentrifugation of the specimen is not recommended