Mpox Virus DNA, Qualitative, Real‑Time PCR
Also known as: Monkey Pox, Orthopoxvirus, Monkeypox, Poxvirus
Use
This lab‑developed molecular diagnostic test aids in the diagnosis of infection with mpox virus. It employs real‑time PCR for qualitative detection of both non‑variola orthopoxviruses and Mpox virus (West African clade/Clade II) DNA in patients presenting with an acute pustular or vesicular rash. It helps differentiate Mpox viral DNA from other non‑variola orthopoxviruses and is intended to be used in conjunction with clinical observations and epidemiological risk factors—not as the sole basis for treatment or patient management decisions. ([questdiagnostics.com](https://www.questdiagnostics.com/healthcare-professionals/about-our-tests/infectious-diseases/monkeypox?utm_source=openai))
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Lesion swab collected in 3 mL of viral transport media (VTM) or equivalent
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