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Department

Microbiology

Suitable Specimen Types

  • Nose and Throat Swab
1ml

Turnaround Time

4 days

Sample Stability

Stored for 2 weeks

SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Genome Sequencing

General Information

SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Genome Sequencing is not available as an individual test request. Samples submitted for SARS-CoV-2 molecular testing may also be selected for SARS-CoV-2 Genome Sequencing as part of national surveillance. If you wish to refer SARS-CoV-2 positive samples to us that have been tested in an NHS laboratory, please contact the laboratory for further information on 0121 424 3111

 

Notes

This test is validated but not yet UKAS accredited

Specifications

  • EQA Scheme?: Yes
  • EQA Status: We participate in EQA schemes provided by NEQAS/GenQA and INSTAND