Qualitative detection of chikungunya virus in serum after early symptom onset (ideally <7 days).
This test provides qualitative detection of chikungunya virus RNA from serum collected during the acute phase of infection.
This test is intended for evaluation of patients with a clinical history and symptoms consistent with chikungunya virus infection.
This test is not recommended for screening healthy patients.
Immediately following collection, mix sample by gently inverting 5 times
Refrigerated (preferred) - 7 days
Frozen - 7 days
Ambient - NO
Real-Time Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Negative