Information

Sample Type: nasal or NP swab
 
Collection Tube: swab in approx 3ml of VTM/UTM.  Swab must have aluminum or plastic shafts and synthetic tips. (Do not use calcium alginate swabs) 

Transport Conditions: refrigerated (2-8oC)

Storage conditions: refrigerated (2-8oC) frozen (≤15oC) if done within refrigerated stability time

Sample Stability: Refrigerated (2-8oC) VTM/UTM: 7 days 

Department: Microbiology