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Test Directory / Respiratory virus including 'flu - May-October inc

Respiratory virus including 'flu - May-October inc

1ml red-topped or green top Viral transport swab

TestRespiratory virus including 'flu - May-October inc
Common Abbreviation
Test typePCR
Sample typeViral Swab
Specimen Container TypeSmall Red Viral Transport Swab or green top Viral transport swab
Sample Testing AmountN/A
Stability
Turnaround Time5 Days
LaboratoryMicrobiology Dept, LGI
Reference Interval
Additional NotesLGI Refreral test for detection of Adenovirus, Human metpneumovirus, Rhinovirus, Influenza A & B, parainfluenza 1-4, RSV (A & B), & Mycoplasma pneumoniae
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We are aware of a fire within the grounds of Malton Hospital.

All patients and colleagues have been safely evacuated, and there are no reports of any injuries.

We are working closely with North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and other partner agencies to monitor the situation.

If you have an appointment at Malton Hospital today, please do not attend. Our teams are reviewing all affected appointments, and we will contact you as soon as possible to rearrange or discuss the next steps. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Fire on grounds of Malton Hospital news statement.

Malton Urgent Treatment Centre is also currently closed. Please do not attend. If you require urgent medical advice, please use NHS 111 online or call 111. In a life-threatening emergency, always call 999.

We will provide further updates as soon as more information becomes available.