Virology
| Full details for "Norovirus". | |
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Name |
Norovirus |
Alternative name/Profile |
Gastric flu / Norwalk-like viruses / Winter vomiting virus / Viral gastroenteritis |
Department |
Virology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Faeces |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Sterile universal container containing 2-3 ml of loose/liquid specimen |
Frequency of analysis |
In Season: daily Out of Season: 3 times per Week |
Turnaround time |
In Season: 2 days Out of Season: 5 days |
Availability |
In Season: Daily Out of Season: 3 times per Week |
Notes |
Specimens sent to National Virus Reference Laboratory, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4 Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately. |
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Last updated |
Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:24:45 GMT |