If a result is required in order to inform public health or clinical decision making, please contact the laboratory at ipl@esr.cri.nz
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Area |
Health Science |
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Lab name |
Meningococcal Reference Laboratory |
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Lab location |
Kenepuru Science Centre, Porirua |
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Test name |
Neisseria meningitidis DNA characterisation |
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Organisms |
Neisseria meningitidis |
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Requested for surveillance |
yes |
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Notice required |
no |
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Sample requirements |
At least 40μL DNA extract |
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Pre-transport requirements |
Store below ‑20°C |
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Transport requirements |
Send at 5 ± 3°C within 24 hours |
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Unacceptable sample types |
Insufficient sample |
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How results reported |
Grouping and PorA results from notified cases are reported to the referring laboratory and notified electronically to EpiSurv. |
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Referral link |