Faeces Rotavirus

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Testing Laboratory

Waitematā | Northshore Hospital

Department

Microbiology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

FG

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2913

Laboratory Handling

Registration

DO NOT OPEN the specimen bag. Place the labels in the pocket ONLY.

Test Adds Requirement

Microbiology Department will test add FVP if required

Sample Stability

24 hours

Synonyms

Faecal Rotavirus

Turnaround Time

1 day

Specimen Type

  • Faecal

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Faeces Container (White Lid)
Acceptable
  • Specimen Container

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Faeces Container (White Lid)
Acceptable
  • Specimen Container

Pre-testing Requirements

This test is performed on children 5 years old or younger.
Adults nursing or supervising children are an exception.

Last updated: 13/11/2026