Test Code RESPM Respiratory Mini Panel
Additional Codes
Tests for influenza A, influenza B, RSV and COVID 19.
Specimen Type
Nasopharyngeal Swab
Specimen Collection
Nasopharyngeal swab submitted in VTM transport media
Specimen Volume
1 swab received in a minimum of 1 ml VTM transport media
Submit 1 patient sample per biohazard bag to avoid cross contamination
Specimen Stability
VTM specimen stable 4 hours at room temperature; refrigerated 3 days, or frozen for up to 30 days
Special Instructions
Submit sample as soon as possible to avoid delay in results.
Testing performed upon receipt of sample with approximately 90 minute turn-around time.
Performing Laboratory
Great Plains Health