Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

SARS-CoV-2 virus

Synonyms

COVID-19
Coronavirus

Specimen Collection

Adult Specimen

Nasopharyngeal swab

Pre Testing Requirements

If testing other than COVID-19 is required, an additional sample must be collected and sent separately from the COVID-19 sample.
A separate laboratory request form is also required.

Specimen Collection and Transport Protocols

 COVID-19 samples must be bagged separately from any other laboratory samples

Refer to Collection Guides for specimen collection information

 

Paediatric Specimen

Nasopharyngeal swab

Test Information

Department

Molecular Biology