PHS laboratory information note for mpox testing in Scotland
- Type
- Guidance
- Published
- 22 October 2024
- Conditions and diseases
- Health protection
Description
A definite diagnosis of mpox requires assessment by a health professional and specific testing in a specialist laboratory.
This laboratory note provides information on:
- testing provision
- sample requirements
- transport and packaging
- laboratory safety
- notification of results
- contact details for labs
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