Measles Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Throat, Mayo, Reflab
Alternate Names
Rubeola
SoftLab Order Code
MEASP
Epic Order Name
Measles Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Throat, Mayo, Reflab
Epic Order ID
LAB4176
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Additional Test Information
This test is suitable for patients within 0-5 days of rash onset.
For patients with rash onset of 6-14 days, please order MEASU - Overview: Measles Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Random, Urine as a Miscellaneous laboratory test.
Sample Type
Throat Swab
Collection Container
BBL Culturette (Available from Reference Lab)
Collecting Volume
One swab
Storage or Stability
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
E-swab, calcium alginate-tipped swab, wood swab, dry swab, or transport swab containing gel or charcoal additive