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Simian B Virus Serology
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| Test Code(s): |
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SBVSER / HCSBVSER
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| Methodology: |
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Western Blot/ELISA
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| Clinical Significance: |
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Test only availiable as part of biohazard exposure workup involving macaques monkeys.
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| Testing Site: |
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Testing will be sent to an approved reference laboratory.
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| Request Form: |
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B Virus Immunology Form
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Specimen Requirements
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| Specimen: |
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Blood
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| Collection Instructions: |
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Special request form necessary. Contact UWHC Test Referral office at (608)262-6388 to obtain form.
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| Collection Container: |
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Preferred: Red top
Also Acceptable:
Red cap with yellow ring (SST)
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| Collection Volume: |
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Preferred: 9 mL
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| Sample Analyzed: |
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Serum
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| Volume Required: |
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Preferred: 2 mL
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| Specimen Processing: |
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Centrifuge. Transfer serum to sterile, screw cap plastic vial. Freeze.
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| Specimen Transport: |
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Transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220). Transport with coolant pack if coming from outreach location.
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| Stability: |
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Refrigerated: 1 week
Frozen: Indefinitely
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Interpretation
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| Test Limitations: |
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Because testing is done using paired specimens, the failure to submit a baseline or follow-up serum specimen will result in insufficient specimens for complete testing, potentially resulting in unreliable diagnosis.
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| Additional Information: |
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B Virus Exposure Mini-Protocol available from UWHC Test Referral office at (608)262-6388
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