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Test Code Measles Virus PCR Measles Virus PCR - State Lab

Important Note

To support timely diagnosis and public health efforts, the following measles testing protocol is now in effect:

  • Call State Epidemiology Prior to Ordering: Testing will not proceed without notification to State Epidemiology by ordering provider.
    (907) 269-8000 or 1-800-478-0084
  • Complete State Lab Requisition
    → Complete required fields (Rash onset, Vaccination status, Specimen type, Epidemiologist contacted).

Additional Codes

Cerner NextGen
Measles (Rubeola) virus, PCR- State Lab Measles (Rubeola) virus, PCR- State Lab

Specimen Requirements

One throat swab in viral transport media (preferred)

or

Random urine sample (not clean catch)

Turnaround Time

Monday–Friday, samples received in lab before 10:00 AM – Results by end of day.
Monday–Thursday, samples received in lab after 10:00 AM – Results by end of next business day.
Friday (after 10:00 AM) through Sunday – Results by end of day Monday.

Information Notes

Follow the above instructions explicitly, specimens with incomplete requisitions may be rejected by the State Lab.

 

If you have any questions, please contact the laboratory at x71603 or 907-458-5640 Option 2, then Option 1.

Storage/Transport

Store all specimens at 4°C. Ship inoculated UTM and/or urine to ASVL on cool packs (4⁰C).