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Measles Virus PCR or Genotyping (CDCSO)  

 
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.

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Test: Measles Virus RT-PCR or Genotyping
  • Pre-approval needed fro state or local health department
  • Send approval to  or call (402) 559-9444
  • NUlirt order: CDCSO
  • Supllemental form needed: Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD)
   
Synonym: Measles detection, Measles molecular, Rubeola, VPD, Vaccine preventable disease, Measles vaccine, Measles  
Method: RT-PCR  
Availability:
  • Test performed Monday - Friday
  • Turnaround time 2 days for PCR, 10 days for genotyping
  • Submit all specimens through the state health departments, NOT directly to the Minnesota Department of Health
   
Specimen:
  • Throat swab
  • Buccal swab
  • Nasopharyngeal aspirate or swab
  • Urine
 
Collection Device:
  • Store swabs/aspirates in 2 mL viral transport media
  • Seal with Parafilm™ or tape
 
  • Test subject to CLIA regulations and requires 2 patient identifiers on container and requisition forms
 
Volume:
  • 250 µL
 
Storage/Transport:  
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:
  • Genotyping will be perormed on all PCR positive specimens unless otherwise indicated as a part of a larger outbreak
  • Measles vaccine-specific PCR available as appropriate
  • Test performed at the Minnesota Department of Health, Public Health Laboratory, St. Paul, MN
  • Submit all specimens through the NPHL, NOT directly to the CDC
 
Revised: 4/3/2024 
If you have questions about proper specimen collection, please call NPHL Client Services at (402) 559-2440 or toll free at (800) 334-0459.

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