Methodology
LIAT
Synonyms
Flu A, Flu B, RSV
Specimen Type
N/P Swab
Performing Lab
RCHSD Microbiology
Epic ID
LAB06013
Lab Test Days
upon receipt
Standard TAT
within 24 hours of receipt
Stat TAT
within 1 hour of receipt
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Nasopharyngeal swab in Viral or Universal Transport Media (VTM or UTM)
Container Type
Viral Media
Collection Instructions
Insert swab into posterior nasopharynx and rotate; repeat with other nostril. Place swab in viral transport media (VTM red cap) or Universal Transport Media (green cap), and transport to laboratory ASAP.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 1 month
Rejection Criteria
Shared specimen previously used for other tests. Sources other than NP swabs or swabs not immediately placed in viral media. Leaking specimens.
Test Volume Required
NP swab in viral transport media
Minimum Test Volume
N/A
Processing Instructions
Receive specimen in main lab, deliver to microbiology and alert personnel of Rapid Influenza/RSV specimen.
Included Tests
Influenza A, B, and RSV
Revised
12-08-17