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Haemophilus influenzae type b gene detection

Invasive Pathogens Laboratory

If a result is required in order to inform public health or clinical decision making, please contact the laboratory at ipl@phfscience.nz

 

Area

Health Science

Lab name

Invasive Pathogens Laboratory

Lab location

Kenepuru Science Centre, Porirua

Test name

Haemophilus influenzae characterisation

Organisms

Haemophilus influenzae

Requested for surveillance

yes

Notice required

no

Sample requirements

Pure viable culture from a normally sterile site

Media requirements

Chocolate agar

Pre-transport requirements

Ambient temperature

Transport requirements

Ambient temperature within 24 hours

Unacceptable sample types

Mixed culture, non-viable culture, clinical sample, non-invasive source

How results reported

PCR results for Hib gene detection are reported to the referring laboratory and notified electronically to EpiSurv.

Test form number

PHFS0647

Referral link

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