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Mumps Virus PCR
MessageThis test is currently only available in BHS CPRS. If you are a Bedford provider and wish to see this test offered in Bedford CPRS- please contact the Bedford Laboratory.
Test Code
MUMPS VIRUS PCR(O)
Preferred Specimen
Swab of buccal mucosa
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (4°C)
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated (4°C): 24 hours
Methodology
PCR
Report Available
5 to 15 days
Reference Range
Provided with patient report in CPRS.
Clinical Significance
Stage of illness, specimen choice, specimen collection technique and specimen handling and transport will affect the sensitivity of culture and PCR results. Negative results do not rule out infection. Laboratory results must be interpreted in light of overall patient information.
30% of primary mumps may be sub-clinical. Mumps infection can occur without parotitis. Parotid swelling may have other viral/bacterial causes (coxsackievirus, echovirus, parainfluenza, influenza A, herpes simplex and varicella zoster virus, and S. aureus). Parotid pain or swelling may have a non-infectious cause.
30% of primary mumps may be sub-clinical. Mumps infection can occur without parotitis. Parotid swelling may have other viral/bacterial causes (coxsackievirus, echovirus, parainfluenza, influenza A, herpes simplex and varicella zoster virus, and S. aureus). Parotid pain or swelling may have a non-infectious cause.
Performing Laboratory
Mass State Laboratory
Additional Information
Link to test manual for Mass State Lab
Last Updated: March 28, 2016
