VZV Genotyping
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Pathogen:
Varicella-Zoster virus (VZV)
Laboratory:
Viral Sexually Transmitted Infections Unit
Phone #:
(204) 789-6024
Fax:
(204) 318-2222
Email:
Frequency:
On request of the client laboratories.
Description:
Composition of the panel may vary, but will include samples positive for vaccine and wildtype strains of VZV as well as negative samples.
Scope:
For proficiency and validation of VZV vaccine genotyping methods. The participants are asked to follow their testing algorithm to identify wildtype versus vaccine VZV genotypes present in the specimens.
Fees:
There is no cost to the participants.
Eligibility criteria for participation:
For public health laboratories or hospital diagnostic laboratories.
Confidentiality arrangements:
On request
How to apply:
Submit your request/inquiry to: nml.vestd-lnm.evmts@phac-aspc.gc.ca