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Test Order
Test Order
Polio Direct Detection and Titration CDC-10549
Synonym(s)
Polio special study, CCID50
CDC Pre-Approval Needed
None
Supplemental Information Required
None
Supplemental Form
Performed on Specimens from
Human and Animal
Acceptable Sample/ Specimen Type for Testing
Performed on stool. Contact POC for further guidance and information.
Minimum Volume Required
1 gram (stool); 2-3 grams preferred
Collection, Storage, and Preservation of Specimen Prior to Shipping
Stool should be collected into a sterile container and stored refrigerated (2-8°C) for no more than 48 hours before being processed. Once processed, stools should be frozen (-20°C or lower) until shipped frozen on dry ice.
Transport Medium
Specimens should be shipped frozen on dry ice.
Stool: No transport medium needed.
Specimen Labeling
Research or surveillance specimens may be labeled with unique identifiers according to protocol. Labels should not include personally identifiable information. The results reported should NOT be used for diagnosis, treatment, assessment of health or management of the individual patient.
Shipping Instructions which Include Specimen Handling Requirements
CDC does not accept routine shipments on weekends or holidays. Please make sure packages arrive Monday – Friday. Specimens should be shipped frozen on dry ice.
Ship To:
[Insert CDC Point of Contact]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
RDSB / STATT Unit 225
1600 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
[Insert CDC Point of Contact’s Telephone Number]
All samples must be shipped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations. Upon shipment, submitter should send an email to the CDC POC providing shipping company, shipped date and package tracking number.
Ship To:
[Insert CDC Point of Contact]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
RDSB / STATT Unit 225
1600 Clifton Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
[Insert CDC Point of Contact’s Telephone Number]
All samples must be shipped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations. Upon shipment, submitter should send an email to the CDC POC providing shipping company, shipped date and package tracking number.
Methodology
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR); virus titration assay; cell culture
Turnaround Time
2 Weeks
Interferences & Limitations
Additional Information
For clinical trials, please submit under test order CDC-10549. For surveillance, please submit under test order CDC-10376.
CDC Points of Contact
Version
1.2
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