NPHL has moved to an electronic ordering system, NUlirt, and it is now the preferred method to order all tests. Once ordered, print a "batch list" (see
NUlirt Guide).
Forms Required - Nulirt batch list or NPHL Test Request Form (completed in entirety) must accompany the specimen to include the following information: symptoms and date of onset, pregnancy status, travel and vaccine history. Testing
will not be performed without all required information.
Please call NPHL Client Services at (402) 559-2440 or toll free at (800) 334-0459 for further clarification.
BACK | PRINT
Test: |
Mumps Virus RT-PCR or Genotyping
|
Synonym: |
- Mumps detection, mumps molecular, VPD, vaccine preventable disease
|
Method: |
|
Availability: |
- Monday - Friday
- Turnaround time 2 days for PCR, 10 days for genotyping
|
Specimen: |
- Buccal swab
- Nasal swab
- Urine
|
Collection Device: |
- Swabs in 2 mL viral transport media
- Urine specimens in sterile cup
- Seal tubes with Parafilm™ or tape and place in biohazard bag with absorbent material
- Test subject to CLIA regulations and requires 2 patient identifiers on container and requistion forms
|
Volume: |
|
Storage/Transport: |
- For shipping, see Category B instructions
- NUlirt packing list or appropriate paperwork (completed in entirety) must accompany specimens.
- Submit all specimens through the state or local health departments, NOT directly to the Minnesota Department of Health
|
Unacceptable: |
- Samples stored incorrectly
|
Specimen Stability: |
- Stable at 4 °C for 24 hours
- Freeze at -70 °C after 24 hours
|
Reference Interval: |
|
Reportable Disease: |
|
Comments: |
- Test performed at the Minnesota Department of Health, Public Health Laboratory, St. Paul, MN
- Submit all specimens through NPHL, NOT directy to Minnesota
- Genotyping will be performed on all PCR positive specimens unless otherwise indicated as a part of a larger outbreak
|
Revised: |
4/10/2024 |
If you have questions about proper specimen collection, please call
NPHL Client Services at (402) 559-2440 or toll free at (800) 334-0459.
BACK