Molecular Detection of Molluscum contagiosum virus

Amplification of Molluscum contagiosum genome.

Lesion or crust fluid/material. Minimum sample 0.5 mL.

Collect in sterile 1.5-2.0 mL tube.

Store samples refrigerated or frozen until shipped for testing. Ship frozen samples on dry ice, and refrigerated samples on wet ice

Shipping of specimens shall be done by a TDG certified individual in accordance with TDG regulations. For additional information regarding classification of specimens for the purposes of shipping, consult either Part 2 Appendix 3 of the TDG Regulations or section 3.6.2 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations as applicable.

Presence of lesions consistent with Molluscum contagiosum infection.

Completed Special Pathogens requisition including sender name, address and telephone number. Patient information including name or identifier, date of birth, and all relevant patient history including clinical diagnosis, underlying diseases and travel history. Indicate type of specimen collected and all specimen information. If possible, attach lab results that have already been done at local or provincial laboratories.

All patient history must be included; samples without adequate patient history to justify testing are subject to rejection.

For laboratory diagnosis of infection, Molluscum contagiosum DNA must be detected by PCR.

14 calendar days.