Test Code ZIKA Zika Virus

Important Note

Do not send specimens directly to CDC.

See Special Instructions for specimen submission to public health laboratory.

Infectious

Serum, urine, other

Test: rRT-PCR

Specimen: Serum

Volume: > 1 ml

Container: serum separator tube, red-top tube (plain)

Timing: < 1 week from symptom onset

Test: IgM/IgG

Specimen: Serum

Volume: > 1 ml

Container: serum separator tube, red top tube (plain)

Timing: > 5 days from symptom onset

Test: rRT-PCR

Specimen: urine

Volume: > 1 ml

Container: sterile cup

Timing: < 14 days from symptom onset

Specimen: other: contact testing laboratory for further information

Store and transport at 2-6° C.

Insufficient volume, leaking container

To send to NDDoH: complete form here.
To send to MDH: call PRIOR to submission by calling MDH epidemiology at 651-201-5414 or
1-877-676-5414