Please refrigerate SST at 2-8ᵒC after centrifuging the specimen. Centrifuge the SST according to blood collection manufacturer's instructions for separation of serum from whole blood. Gold top tubes with gel serum separator, preferred. Specimen Collection for Serology (IgG) TestingĬollect at least 5 mL of blood in a plastic serum separator tube (SST). ( ).ĮSwabs in Amies media are not a valid specimen type for COVID-19 testing. For a list of disinfectants effective in inactivating SARS-CoV2, please refer to the EPA approved list below. Once the swab has been cut, please disinfect the scissors to ensure that there is no cross contamination from one sample to the next. Additional specimens may be requested on a case by case basis.Īfter collecting the specimen, please use scissors to cut the swab so that it can fit inside the transport media tube. Serum is only collected if the patient tests positive for COVID-19 and so is no longer required for screening. Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) - Collect 2-3 mL into a sterile, leak-proof, screw-cap sputum collection cup or sterile dry container.Sputum - Have the patient rinse the mouth with water and then expectorate deep cough directly into a sterile, leak-proof, screw-cap sputum collection cup or a sterile dry container.Swabs and transport media should only be used for testing conducted at DFS PHL. Please indicate how many kits you require in the email. Calcium alginate swabs are unacceptable and swabs with cotton tips and wooden shafts are not recommended.Ī healthcare facility that requires swabs or transport media should contact the DC DFS PHL via email ( ) to request collection supplies. Swab specimens should be collected using only swabs with a synthetic tip, such as nylon or Dacron, and an aluminum or plastic shaft. Please see the video for additional instructions on NP swab collection: Nasal swab in VTM, UTM or Aptima Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit.Oropharyngeal (OP) swab in VTM, UTM or Aptima Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit.Nasopharyngeal (NP) swab only in viral transport media (VTM) or Universal Transport Media (UTM) or Aptima Specimen Transfer Tube.The following are acceptable upper respiratory specimens for submission: Specimen Collection for Molecular Testing Please review guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure the appropriate infection control precautions are in place before collecting any specimens. Specimen Collection for Healthcare Providers This page is only for healthcare providers.
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