A wide range of molecular diagnostic assays are provided, using genome amplification techniques to detect specific infections. These include viral load monitoring for blood-borne infections, such as HIV, HBV, HCV and CMV to measure response to drug therapy. In addtion, all tests traditionally carried out by Virus Isolation methods have been transferred to Molecular techniques, providing rapid and definative results for a range of acute viral infections.
Screening tests to help manage outbreak situations, such as Influenza, RSV and Norovirus are also carried out by this laboratory.
- Lead Consultant - Dr Husam Osman
- Lead BMS - Mrs Judith Workman
A complete list of currently available assays can be found in the pathology test database
Antiviral Resistance Testing Service (ARTS)
